De-risking has been the leading theme of China policy in the EU in recent years, from the corridors of Brussels to Berlin and Vilnius. While seeking to reduce dependence on China and promote its domestic industry, the EU has also striven to establish new partnerships around the globe to diversify its global economic footprint and… Continue reading Getting de-risking from China right: What ASEAN can and cannot do for Europe
Key takeaways: As its trade deficit with China continues to widen and transatlantic commitments become increasingly uncertain, the EU is now questioning both the nature of its ties to Beijing and the strength of its relationship with Washington. Amid this, the EU continues to pursue its strategic diversification efforts, including through new trade agreements such… Continue reading The discreet charm of economic diversification: How Brussels and Jakarta can leverage the EU-Indonesia Free Trade Agreement
Since Myanmar’s resistance has succeeded in weakening the military without significant international backing, the EU must now scale up its support to help shape a more inclusive and democratic Myanmar and remain a credible actor in the country and in Southeast Asia. Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of… Continue reading Why the EU must scale up support for Myanmar’s resistance
A coherent, flexible Indo-Pacific strategy—firmly rooted in European values and interests as well as in the realities, needs, and priorities of the region—is crucial if the EU is to remain an influential player in this key arena of the 21st century. This requires regional and sector-specific approaches tailored to different subregions and countries, within an… Continue reading From strategy to action: The European Union in the Indo-Pacific
This paper explores the challenges of Sino-Russian alignment to liberal international order (LIO) in the Indo-Pacific, with a focus on Southeast Asia. Rather than being based upon common interests or values, the alignment between Russian and Chinese interests is pragmatic and expedient in the context of contemporary international affairs. China is traditionally an important player… Continue reading The challenges of Sino‑Russian alignment to the liberal international order in Southeast Asia
