#Elections
Germany’s Federal Election: Unpacking the Parties’ “Visions” for China Policy
Germany’s upcoming federal election could mark a turning point for the country’s political landscape. A change of chancellor and the formation of a new governing coalition appear likely. While the parties expected to enter…
The 2024 US Elections and their Implications for the EU’s China Policy: Views from CEE
As CHOICE closely monitored the 2024 US presidential race – the results of which have now effectively confirmed the victory of Donald Trump – we have asked a diverse group of experts from across…
Conference: Chinese Electoral Interference and the Role of Populism in EU-Chinese Relations
In May, CHOICE analysts Dr. Ivana Karásková and Kara Němečková presented their recent study on the stances of European far-right and far-left-wing parties regarding China. This event was part of a conference organized by…
Chiang Must Fall? Why Lai Ching-te Won’t Topple Chiang Kai-shek
In the run up to the inauguration of Taiwan’s incoming President Lai Ching-te on May 20, several English-language media outlets have picked up on a decades-long debate about what to do with the many Chiang Kai-shek statues scattered across the island. The specific issue concerned a question raised by a Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) legislator about the implementation of statue removal recommendations by the now defunct Transitional Justice Commission (TJC).
European Parliament Elections Will Set the Tone for EU-China Relations
The European Parliament has proven an influential actor when it comes to EU-China ties as seen in the freezing of the EU-China CAI. With the elections behind the corner, the manifestos of the political parties show that the European legislature will likely maintain a hard line on the bloc’s China policy.
Voice for CHOICE #34: Taiwan Election Insights with Marcin Jerzewski
The 2024 presidential election in Taiwan holds great significance as it will determine the future of Taiwan’s relationship with China, the United States, and the rest of the world. Though the West often views…
Workshop: How to Secure Elections from Foreign Interference?
Foreign interference in democratic processes has become a growing concern in recent years. Malign foreign state and non-state actors employ intricate strategies to manipulate elections including financial incentives, information manipulation, and cyber interventions. In the…
Voice for CHOICE #31: Slovak Elections in the Spotlight with Nikoleta Nemečkayová
In September parliamentary elections, pro-Russia leftist populist SMER-SD led by former PM Robert Fico secured victory, taking the lead over the liberal Western-oriented Progressive Slovakia (PS). SMER-SD managed to form a coalition with Peter…
Will October Elections Change Poland’s Stance Towards China?
Poland is approaching parliamentary elections, which some deem one of the most important since 1989. The results could determine the focus of Warsaw’s foreign policy and its role on the international stage, especially within the EU. However, it seems that the vote will have little impact on Poland’s future stance toward China.
Why Is There No Room for China in Poland’s Electoral Debate?
Despite accelerating geopolitical changes across the globe, Poland’s electoral debate bears close to no sign of them, with China remaining on the very sidelines of the discussions among local politicians. This problem is symptomatic of not only Poland’s lack of strategic thinking regarding China, but also of a broader intellectual disconnect in the perception of what is domestically believed to be important (economy, security) and the international forces shaping these issues.