Ukraine: Europe Refused to Think, Now Trump Will Act
If Trump manages to convince Putin to make a deal on Ukraine (and it remains an “if”), the core of it will probably be: you get to keep what you […]
Publications
Beyond Tariffs & Subsidies – How China’s EV Dominance is Shaping EU Trade Strategy
Over the past years, China has propelled itself as the world’s biggest car manufacturer and exporter, overtaking Germany and Japan. Most notably, China has become the world leader in electric […]
Why the BRICS Summit in Kazan should be a Wake-up Call for the EU
This policy brief examines the growing influence of the BRICS in a multipolar world, as highlighted by their recent summit in Kazan, Russia, and the challenges to effective global multilateralism. […]
The Politics behind the EU-Rwanda Deal(s) and its Consequences
On the 14th of October, the news emerged that the EU is in the final stages of a discussion to award €20 million to the Rwandan army for its operations […]
Vietnam’s Bamboo Diplomacy: Between Beijing’s Persistent Shadow and Growing Western Ties
If one were to look solely at their highly similar government systems and cordial foreign policy statements, one might assume that China and Vietnam are the closest of allies. *****
Closing the AI Gap with Africa
As countries across the globe are grappling with the emergence of AI, Europe is presented an opportunity to enhance its AI cooperation with African countries, addressing concerns about a looming […]