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Eurasian Pivot in the South Caucasus
China and the South Caucasus countries are increasing their interactions. Reasons vary from enhanced connectivity to the decline of Western influence, and the rise of a Eurasian pivot in Georgia and Azerbaijan. When it…
Chinese Influence in Bulgaria: Bubbling under the Surface
China’s presence in Bulgaria has taken on a subdued character, marked by the absence of high-level visits and major investment projects. Nevertheless, a growing network of joint initiatives – spanning business, academic, and media…
What the New Cabinet Means for Japan’s China Policy
The fall of 2024 has been eventful in Japanese politics. After several months of scandals involving political funds within the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), Prime Minister Fumio Kishida stepped down and, following the…
Caught in Contradiction: China’s Uneasy Role in the CRINK Alliance
China faces a complex diplomatic landscape as it balances strategic partnerships that could undermine its international image. As a key player in the so-called CRINK bloc – i.e., China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea…
Voice for CHOICE #48: Combatting Malign Influence in Cyberspace with Puma Shen
In recent years, countries like Russia, Iran and China have started to ramp up their efforts to influence public opinion, interfere in democratic process, and undermine democratic regimes. Influence operations, including propaganda, disinformation, and…
Less Controllable Bodies: How China’s New Population Growth Policy is Failing
One of China’s biggest challenges today is its unprecedented low birth rate that threatens its economic development, especially given the country’s unsustainable pension system that is expected to be financially unviable by 2035. Besides…
Lithuania’s Parliamentary Elections: Foreign Policy Outlook on China and Taiwan
During the 2020-2024 tenure of Lithuania’s center-right coalition government, the country’s pivot from China to Taiwan became a prominent example of its values-based foreign policy. However, this shift sparked significant criticism within domestic political…
The Race for Cyberspace: China’s IP Standards and the Threat to Net Neutrality
The competition among information communication technologies (ICTs) has become a central aspect of the global struggle for power and influence. At the heart of this lies the issue of internet governance, where the principles…
The Azerbaijan-China Strategic Partnership: Opportunities and Challenges for the EU
The relationship between Azerbaijan and China has evolved significantly over the past decade. This is evident in public statements by their respective heads of state, which frequently highlight the growing friendship and expanding trade…
Introducing WiCH: Empowering Women in China Studies Across Europe
The Women Insight on China (WiCH) is a new initiative aimed at addressing the underrepresentation of women in the field of China studies across Europe. Designed and run by the Association for International Affairs…