EU-China Relations

China’s approach to tackling the climate crisis is easily touted as decisive, admirable action. But to those paying attention, its human and environmental costs cannot be ignored.

World-renowned dissident cartoonist Badiucao speaks about his journey, the current situation in Hong Kong and China, and the future of democracy around the world.

For the EU, resilience will mean putting patient needs at the centre of public health and recognising that human health and environment are inextricably connected.

As China uses the crisis to extend its influence, Europe needs ambitious policies for economic recovery if it wants to be a relevant global player.

For foreign policy analysts, the Covid-19 pandemic represents another twist in the winding path of EU-China relations.

China’s projected image of ambitious climate actor is contradicted by fossil fuel investments abroad and its prioritisation of economic growth.

The world economy has become a battleground for geopolitical hegemony. To stay in the game, the EU needs a new strategy.

Presenting “Schuman goes to China”, the cooperation on green tech, urban planning and big data that shaped the geopolitics of 2049.

As part of the online series around our new edition, a sneak peak of what cooperation and rivalry between Europe and China could mean for the new global order in 2049.

While green tech promises to save the planet through connectivity, the digital economy’s material demands are increasingly unsustainable.