Cold comfort: Europe is learning to adapt to a hotter climate. It should take the same approach to economic dependencies. @byfordt.bsky.social discusses what China can teach Europe about adaptation. 📖 Read here the full paper⤵️ buff.ly/mxMVYfJ @ecfr.eu

💬 Which aspects of Chinese modernity resonate most with younger generations in China, Malaysia & Vietnam? Together with LuHan Gabel, Ooi Kee Beng & Chelsea Nguyen, @markhleonard.bsky.social dives into the topic in episode 2 of the mini-series ‘The China-native Generation’. 🎧️ buff.ly/WUo4Lnp @ecfr.eu

Defining modernity in South-East Asia – European Council on Foreign Relations

Mark Leonard welcomes LuHan Gabel, Ooi Kee Beng and Chelsea Nguyen to explore how younger generations in China, Malaysia and Vietnam are rethinking the meaning

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🎙️The China-native generation: In his latest podcast episode, @markhleonard.bsky.social discusses with @loubnaelamine.bsky.social & Cobus van Staden how younger generations in Africa & the Middle East view China, the West and the future. Listen here to the full discussion⤵️ buff.ly/yr8aEYr @ecfr.eu

The China-native generation – European Council on Foreign Relations

Mark Leonard welcomes Loubna El Amine and Cobus van Staden to explore how younger generations in Africa and the Middle East are shaping perceptions of China, th

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🎧How is the conflict in the Middle East affecting America’s Indo-Pacific strategy? How would a crisis over Taiwan impact global semiconductor supply chains? And what do these developments mean for Europe? https://ecfr.eu/podcasts/episode/the-china-challenge/

The China challenge – European Council on Foreign Relations

Mark Leonard welcomes Mike Kuiken and Randy Schriver to examine the evolving US-China relationship and what it means for Europe

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📢 We are hiring! ECFR's Asia Programme is looking for a new Programme Coordinator - the role involves cross-functional coordination in areas such as advocacy, financial management, fundraising, and communications. Interested? Apply here⤵️ ecfr.eu/jobs/ @ecfr.eu

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In his latest paper, @ajwsmall.bsky.social argues that Europe must reset the terms of economic engagement with China. 🧵 buff.ly/DuRYFMi @ecfr.eu

The art of the swarm: Systemic rivalry with China on European terms – European Council on Foreign Relations

The EU can exploit its system to say no to China—now, and long into the future

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(1/🧵) We are kicking off our 2026 Republic of Korea- #G7 Cooperation Forum in Paris, made possible with the kind support of the Korea Foundation!

Trump in Beijing - in his latest commentary, @ajwsmall.bsky.social outlines what Europeans should and shouldn't expect from the summit. More here ⤵️ buff.ly/HczN66N @ecfr.eu

"Europe’s battery dependence on China is clear, but closing the gap alone will be difficult. Partnering with South Korea, the world’s second-largest manufacturer, offers a faster and more realistic route", write @alexlipke.bsky.social & Jihye Yoo. More here ⤵️ buff.ly/Tlv9osT @ecfr.eu

Power couple: How South Korea fits in Europe’s battery strategy – European Council on Foreign Relations

Europe’s battery dependence on China is clear, but closing the gap alone will be difficult. Partnering with South Korea, the world’s second-largest manufacturer

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Batteries are at the heart of Europe’s green transition and South Korea is a key partner. A new article by @alexlipke.bsky.social & Jihye Yoo explores how closer EU–Korea cooperation can boost resilience, reduce dependencies, and compete with China in critical supply chains. https://bit.ly/4tUCVk1

Power couple: How South Korea fits in Europe’s battery strategy – European Council on Foreign Relations

Europe’s battery dependence on China is clear, but closing the gap alone will be difficult. Partnering with South Korea, the world’s second-largest manufacturer

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💬 In her latest commentary, @abachulska.bsky.social discusses Beijing's new source of soft power #Chinamaxxing. Read more here ⤵️ buff.ly/m4cDeLa @ecfr.eu

Together with AMO & @osweng.bsky.social, we held a roundtable discussion in Brussels this week. During the event, we presented the findings from three areas of our two-year project: 🧵

Laying the groundwork: In her latest publication, @ellipohlkamp.bsky.social discusses why EU-Japan industrial relations should begin at the bilateral level. Read more here ⤵️ buff.ly/vTkwt6A @ecfr.eu

#WEC2026 | De-risking European Energy Policy 📄[PL]: tinyurl.com/wec-gospodarka 📄[EN]: tinyurl.com/wec-gospodar... The current geopolitical situation is shaping Europe’s long-term strategy. Dive into the full conference analysis.

🎙️ #WEC2026 PODCAST: De-risking energy policy ▶️ youtube.com/watch?v=6mG2... ▶️ open.spotify.com/episode/4LqK... @heathergrabbe.bsky.social, Senior Fellow, @bruegel.org and @byfordt.bsky.social, Senior Policy Fellow, @ecfrasia.bsky.social offered their takes on the factors driving energy policy.

"We must choose where to limit exposure and where to cooperate." - At the Warsaw European Conversation 2026, @byfordt.bsky.social discussed de-risking European Energy Policy. 🎥 Watch the full panel discussion here ⤵️ buff.ly/9RNVJGI @ecfr.eu @politykainsight.bsky.social

Last week, the Japan-Europe Core Group 2026 met in Warsaw under the theme "Navigating New Realities: Countering Threats, Building Resilience". In 3️⃣ sessions featuring exciting speakers from Japan, Europe & Poland, we discussed how Japan and Europe can collaborate in these areas:

The EU has concluded its third major trade deal of 2026. Its agreement with Australia reflects both sides’ desire for new partners amid Trumpian chaos and Chinese coercion. But now this partnership should go further, writes @jamescrabtree.bsky.social. @ecfr.eu buff.ly/nilp1Ry

Beefing up partnerships: How the EU and Australia can give their trade deal strategic heft – European Council on Foreign Relations

The EU has concluded its third major trade deal of 2026. Its agreement with Australia reflects both sides’ desire for new partners amid Trumpian chaos and Chine

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🎙️New episode of China Observers is out tomorrow! This time, @abachulska.bsky.social & Konrad Szatters spoke to @emma-belmonte.bsky.social about Chinese FIMI in Europe - how it works and what we can do about it. 🤔

#WEC2026 | Agenda Highlight How to save the fundamentals of Europe’s climate policy while also lowering energy prices and securing cleantech value chains that benefit the EU? Moderator: JuliaCydejko – Senior Energy Analyst, Polityka Insight

🌍Last week, experts from across Central Europe, the Western Balkans, and the Baltics gathered in Vilnius to tackle a growing challenge: Chinese foreign information manipulation and interference (FIMI) in Europe. Key takeaways from the workshop: chinaobservers.eu/sino-russian...

🎧 Why has India’s relationship with the EU become more strategically important? How is New Delhi balancing ties with Beijing, Moscow and Washington while deepening economic integration with Western partners? https://ecfr.eu/podcasts/episode/india-in-a-world-of-chaos/

India in a world of chaos – European Council on Foreign Relations

Mark Leonard welcomes Raja Mohan to discuss India’s changing geopolitical ties in a world characterised by change

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Russia is backing China’s claims to Taiwan in return for economic and trade support. Europeans need to understand the real cost of Beijing-Moscow cooperation and use certain measures, writes Evelyn Yeh. https://bit.ly/4rH7W9r

Funding war, courting crisis: Why China’s support for Russia requires a European response – European Council on Foreign Relations

Russia is backing China’s claims to Taiwan in return for economic and trade support. Europeans need to understand the real cost of Beijing-Moscow cooperation.

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Chinese foreign manipulation and interference activities are growing in Europe. If left unchecked, they can further corrode Europe’s information environment, undermining democratic resilience, write Alicja Bachulska, Ivana Karásková & Konrad Szatters from @chinaobservers.eu. https://bit.ly/4ugJPRr

Borrowed mouths and laundered messages: China’s influence playbook in Europe – European Council on Foreign Relations

Chinese foreign manipulation and interference are rising in Europe. Five techniques feature in Beijing's playbook, communicating messages about China's place in

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💬 The most significant threat of Russia-China alignment is the deliberate dismantling of the international order in their favour, writes Evelyn Yeh. Read more on 3️⃣ European measures to counter Russia-China strategic coordination. @ecfr.eu

Funding war, courting crisis: Why China’s support for Russia requires a European response – European Council on Foreign Relations

Russia is backing China’s claims to Taiwan in return for economic and trade support. Europeans need to understand the real cost of Beijing-Moscow cooperation.

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🌐 What's China’s influence playbook in Europe? In their latest policy brief, @abachulska.bsky.social, @ivanakaraskova.bsky.social & Konrad Szatters analyse the rising scale and intensity of Chinese interference in Europe’s information space. @ecfr.eu @chinaobservers.eu buff.ly/OSuUeQw

Borrowed mouths and laundered messages: China’s influence playbook in Europe – European Council on Foreign Relations

Chinese foreign manipulation and interference are rising in Europe. Five techniques feature in Beijing's playbook, communicating messages about China's place in

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🌏️ Why has India’s relationship with the EU become more strategically important? How is New Delhi balancing ties with China, Russia & USA? 🎧️ Listen to the new podcast episode with @markhleonard.bsky.social & Raja Mohan on the sidelines of Raisina Dialogue. @ecfr.eu buff.ly/JlYb5X5

India in a world of chaos – European Council on Foreign Relations

Mark Leonard welcomes Raja Mohan to discuss India’s changing geopolitical ties in a world characterised by change

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In the Trump era, Europe and South Korea should prioritise their own strategic ties and focus on the most pressing areas of dependence: defence, technology and economic security, writes @alexlipke.bsky.social. @ecfrasia.bsky.social 👇 Read the full commentary: https://bit.ly/4kTAqL6

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In the Trump era, Europe and South Korea should prioritise their own strategic ties and focus on the most pressing areas of dependence: defence, technology and economic security, writes @alexlipke.bsky.social. @ecfrasia.bsky.social 👇 Read the full commentary: https://bit.ly/4kTAqL6

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Why do Europe & South Korea need each other in the Trump era? In his latest commentary, @alexlipke.bsky.social argues that the EU & South Korea should use 2026 to deepen their own defence & economic security ties, thereby strengthening their collective resilience. ⬇️ buff.ly/c3GGmtY