Tag: Geoeconomics • Energy • Technology

Donald Trump’s forthcoming visit to Beijing in May follows trips by Canada’s Mark Carney, the UK’s Keir Starmer, and Germany’s Friedrich Merz. The agreements reached, says Dominika Remžová, reflect not only the interests of political elites but also how economic structures shape each country’s China policy Trade deals by public opinion In response to growing uncertainty… Continue reading Oil tankers, cars, and money: the political economy of G7 China policies

As Europe struggles to define its role in these turbulent times, one competitor in particular seems especially well-equipped to navigate today’s geoeconomic landscape: China. This makes it worthwhile to explore certain elements of China’s playbook through a European lens. Key takeaways: After years of declining outward investment, rising global tariffs are likely to push Brussels… Continue reading To remain competitive, should Europe adopt China’s mindset?

China and Belarus are accelerating the implementation of joint scientific and technological projects, further contributing to the practical fulfillment of the all-weather comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries. Key takeaways: In August 2024, Belarus and China signed a protocol approving 20 joint scientific and technological projects together with a 2024-2025 action plan for cooperation… Continue reading China’s technological and innovation engagement with Belarus: win-win cooperation or unequal relationship?

China’s approach to global positioning is transitioning from capturing to creating and shaping new structures and platforms. It is thus generating an entirely new framework of multitudinous opportunities to revise the post-World War Two order. Key takeaways: Beijing is setting up platforms for global development, security, civilization and governance initiatives, as well as the international… Continue reading China’s global footprint: From capturing to crafting institutions