Beijing recently launched a May–December special campaign against market-fragmentation barriers on May 13, and the next day the State Council released its annual legislative plan which includes formulating regulations (条例) on the construction of a unified national market.

The new issue of the Made in China Journal is out! This time we explore what it means to come of age in China today, at a moment when the paths to adulthood are increasingly uncertain, yet the pressure to succeed remains relentless. Download the whole issue at madeinchinajournal.com/2025/10/27/b...

Just published: my chapter in the latest ETNC report, "Ireland between giants." Third year running I've analyzed Ireland-China dynamics—especially urgent as US-China tensions escalate. 1/3

Seems like good advice from @adavey.bsky.social in the @irishtimes.com "Ultimately, we should...see who entities active in Ireland are connected to in China and engage with a clear understanding of what objectives they serve – so that cooperation is informed, transparent and in the public interest"

How China uses soft power to exert influence in Ireland

Organs of the Chinese party-state have been active in Ireland, meeting politicians and engaging with various levels of government and civil society

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I wrote a piece in the Irish Times about Chinese party-state bodies that carry out influencing activities on Irish politicians in Ireland and China. www.irishtimes.com/opinion/2025...

How China uses soft power to exert influence in Ireland

Organs of the Chinese party-state have been active in Ireland, meeting politicians and engaging with various levels of government and civil society

irishtimes.com

Berlin’s move to issue deportation orders against Palestine solidarity supporters, three EU citizens and one US citizen, likely violates EU law. Its unconditional support for the Israeli government and oppression of freedom of speech is an illiberal turn we must stand against.

It was really enjoyable to sit down with Neil and talk about the latest issues on China, EU-China relations, Trump 2.0 and what this all means for Ireland. Have a listen and open to any feedback about the episode!

Perspectives with Neilo@pwneilo.bsky.social · last yr.

Latest podcast with @adavey.bsky.social of @merics.bsky.social discusses the impact of Trump's policies on China-EU relations, new diplomatic appointments, China's domestic economy and more! Apple apple.co/4kId0YB Spotify spoti.fi/41Pj4WC SoundCloud on.soundcloud.com/fujfJXGE86wr...

Today, all 2,893 deputies of China’s legislature gather for the National People’s Congress (NPC), the country’s biggest political event of the year. What’s on Beijing’s agenda, and how do its broad ambitions turn into concrete policy?

China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi is coming to Ireland on Sunday, the question is, why? happy to be quoted in this SCMP piece by @fbermingham.bsky.social www.scmp.com/news/china/d...

Wang Yi heads to Dublin as Ireland’s role in US-China rivalry comes into focus

Chinese foreign minister likely to press case for maintaining ties despite Ireland’s vulnerability to US policy shifts under Donald Trump.

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My first post on Bluesky! Today @merics.bsky.social published my analysis on motivations for and against joining the military in China. 1/10 merics.org/en/comment/a...

In the army now? Exploring the online debate over a military career in China

Summary:Attracting the country’s brightest young talent is key to Xi’s vision of a combat-ready military by 2027. However, pursuing a military career is a divisive issue in China as online comments re...

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