Europe China policy

Insights from Prof. Julian Lindley-French.

Beijing seems unable or unwilling to grasp the very different lineages of “containment” and de-risking.

Whether France can be a trusted partner in managing China is a question that many have asked after the fiasco of Macron’s visit.

Beijing’s effusive reception of French President Macron reveals the underpinnings of its Europe strategy.

Discussions are taking place in Europe and Germany on how to deal with China, but also on which path of development to take in the coming decades, in the context of a rather shaky confidence in the U.S.

Agathe Demarais’ new book “Backfire: How Sanctions Reshape the World Against U.S. Interests” has important insights for the future of U.S. China policy.

Insights from Tim Rühlig.

Any decisions made in the event of a Chinese attack on Taiwan are likely to determine Europe’s place in the world for decades to come.

Insights from Justyna Szczudlik.

Beijing’s recalcitrance is ultimately going to be unsustainable.

Insights from Jonathan Holslag.