European Guanxi Podcast

What does it take for European businesses to succeed in China today? How are Ireland–China economic relations evolving in a shifting geopolitical landscape? And where do opportunities still exist amid growing competition and changing supply chains?In this episode, Xaver Haack speaks with Tadhg O’Callaghan, Director of Enterprise Ireland in China. Together they discuss Tadhg’s professional journey across East Asia, the role of Enterprise Ireland in supporting Irish companies abroad, and what makes a business “China-ready”.The conversation also explores the current state of Sino-Irish relations following recent high-level visits, Ireland’s positioning within wider EU–China dynamics, and the sectors offering the greatest promise for future cooperation — from green technology and offshore wind to education and innovation.

"Limitless partnership"- that's how Xi and Putin proclaim their countries' relations in 2022. However, are the ties between China and Russia actually without limits? How do China and Russia interact on different levels and what impact does this alliance have on the EU and the global order?In this episode, Kiara Link hosts Sören Urbansky and Martin Wagner, authors of the book "China and Russia: Distant Neighbours" (2025). Together they unpack the historical roots of China-Russia relations, discuss the concept of asymmetric interdependency and key events shaping both countries until today. In the second part the guests share their analysis on contemporary developments of the Sino-Russia alliance, by delving into its impact on current geopolitics and the role of the EU.If you want to know more about the historical dynamics between China and Russia, check out Urbansky's and Wagner's latest publication (soon available in English): https://share.google/3Cuc0mlOpI08zgAQA

What does Europe actually want from China, and does it even know? In this episode, we sit down with Mathieu Duchâtel, Director of International Studies at Institut Montaigne, to untangle one of the most consequential and misread Duchâtelships in global politics. From Taiwan’s semiconductor strategy to Brussels’ electric vehicle tariffs, from Macron’s failed diplomatic charm offensive to Beijing’s quiet support for Russia’s war machine, Duchâtel reveals a Europe that has silently buried its optimism about China without a clear strategy to replace it.Drawing on his years in Taiwan, Duchâtel shows just how far behind Europe has been in grasping the reality of economic dependency, and what that lag has cost. Meanwhile, China has quietly accumulated structural advantages: deep access to the European single market, a persistent trade surplus, and zero meaningful cost for enabling Russia’s war effort. Then there’s Taiwan, where Duchâtel resists simple military scenarios and points to something more unsettling: a long game of political warfare and influence operations designed to reshape the island’s political landscape from within. Finally, this episode reflects on China’s Vice Premier taking the Davos stage in early January to position Beijing as the last defender of globalization, in which Duchâtel offers a sharp analysis of what that performance was really about.

What are the real-world challenges of learning Chinese as a foreigner in China? What does it take to integrate into Chinese society and move beyond the typical textbook approach? Is there a deeper connection between language, culture, and society?In today’s episode, host Francesca Pala sits down with Alla Garside, creator of Sino.sphere, a fully media-based Chinese school offering an innovative, interactive approach to language learning. Together, they dive into key social concepts and terms, such as 关系 (guanxi) — relationship-building — and 内卷 (neijuan) — “involution” — to explore some important aspects of Chinese society today.From tackling stereotypes to understanding the deeper cultural nuances of the language, we discuss how curiosity, adaptability, and a fresh perspective are essential in language learning and integration.

The green and digital transition runs on critical raw materials. And rare earths — used in everything from wind turbines to EV motors to defence systems — are the most strategically vital of all.China has been building its rare earth dominance since the 1980s. Today, it mines 70% of global rare earths, processes 90% of them — and in 2024, 95% of all EU rare earth imports came from China. That's not a supply chain risk. That's a dependency.Europe is waking up. The Critical Raw Materials Act and ResourceEU's fast-track mechanisms are the EU's answer — but policy alone won't close the gap.In our latest episode, host Audrey Berder sits down with Simon Van Ootmerssen and Marc Moquette from the China Knowledge Network (CKN) — established by the Dutch Government — to unpack what this means for Europe, including the 3 main supply chain bottlenecks the EU must urgently address.

In this episode we speak to Fongyee Walker, founder of Dragon Phoenix Wines and the first Master of Wine resident in China. As the first of our two part series on China and wine, this episode covers the exciting developments of China’s growing wine industry. From the highs to the lows, from the heaven to earth, and from the ancient past to the exciting days ahead, we cover all the need-to-know topics on this subject.

In this episode of the European Guanxi Podcast, we are joined by Bijan Ahmadi, Executive Director of the Canada-China Business Council, for a timely conversation on the future of Canada–China economic relations.As political tensions rise but trade flows continue, what does a more “pragmatic relationship" with China actually look like? How should Canada balance security concerns with economic opportunity? And what role do energy, critical minerals and supply chains play in shaping the next phase of engagement?Tune in for a grounded discussion on risk, resilience and realism in today’s geopolitical economy.

Alibaba, Shein, and now Temu - Chinese e-commerce remains highly competitive despite policy efforts to curb it. What makes such companies so succesful and dynamic? In this episode of the European Guanxi Podcast we host Ed Sander, analyst of China's tech landscape at Tech Buzz China, to offer more insight into innovative e-commerce business models and the EU policy measures failing to counter them. Tune in to learn more!

In this episode, we welcome Thomas 阿福 Derksen, one of the best-known German creators in China, to reflect on his journey from influencer to media entrepreneur. We talk about finding a niche, staying authentic even when everyone has an opinion, why consistency matters more than anything, and what motivated Thomas to launch his new venture Asiabits.We also discuss how learning by doing, constantly failing and trying again forms the basis of success in the media industry, and why being on the ground matters when trying to understand innovation coming out of China.Links:European Guanxi: https://www.europeanguanxi.com/Asiabits: https://asiabits.com/en/ Thomas Derksen: https://www.thomas-derksen.com/🎧 New episodes of the European Guanxi Podcast every week. Subscribe for more conversations on EU–China relations, politics, business, and society.

European tech sovereignty and industrial policy are under growing pressure amid intensifying EU-China competition.In this episode of the European Guanxi Podcast, we welcome Sebastian Contin Trillo-Figueroa, geopolitics strategist and EU-China consultant. Through the Nexperia case, this discussion examines how foreign ownership, technology, and national security are increasingly debated in Europe. The episode explores the EU’s strategic autonomy and industrial vulnerabilities, with particular attention to its dependence on rare earths and recent efforts to diversify supply chains with the Critical Raw Materials Act. Framed by intensifying U.S.–China semiconductor rivalry, this episode reveals the challenges Europe faces in defining its technology policy.

In this episode, we speak with Dr. Austin Strange about the shifting landscape of global development aid following the Trump administration’s executive order pausing USAID for review. The conversation explores why Chinese development aid has become a central feature of global development finance, which countries it targets, and how it supports Beijing’s broader soft-power strategy. We also discuss recent adjustments in China’s aid approach, the implications for countries with deep historical ties to U.S. assistance—such as Laos—and how the suspension of USAID programs affects America’s global reputation and influence.

In this episode, we speak with David Lubin, Michael Klein Senior Research Fellow at Chatham House, about how China manages capital flows, why it maintains capital controls, and what the consequences of a liberalization of China’s capital markets would be. We look at China’s current account surplus, the challenges of RMB internationalization, and the lessons we can draw from history—including the recycling of petrodollars and the developing-country debt crises of the 1980s and 1990s—to better understand today’s global challenges.

This episode kicks off our new collaboration series with the Dutch China Knowledge Network (CKN) – a unique platform created to connect China experts and policymakers, and to strengthen understanding of China within the Dutch government and beyond. Funded by the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs and managed jointly with leading think tanks such as the Clingendael Institute and the LeidenAsiaCentre, CKN brings together academia, policy experts, and researchers !We dive into CKN’s mission and how it helps:- Broaden the perspective on Dutch–EU–China relations,- Bridge the gap between the Dutch government and the Dutch China expert community,- Build awareness on China by informing and increasing knowledge within European policy circles.Our guests Mark Moquette and Simon van Oortmerssen from CKN explain how the network works in practice and what the EU can learn from this approach.Hosted by Imogen Parsley, Vice-Head of the European Guanxi Podcast.To learn more about CKN, go to https://www.chinakennisnetwerk.nl/

For over a year, Oxford PhD candidate Teresa Irigoyen-Lopez lived in Qingtian (青田), a small county in southern Zhejiang with unusually strong ties to Europe. Her ethnographic research on return migration offers a rare window into how people navigate life between two regions that are deeply connected.Learn about their search for a unique sense of identity and the challenges of returning to a China that has transformed dramatically from the one they once knew.

How is Southeast Asia navigating the age of automation and great power competition?In this episode of the European Guanxi Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Brian Wong, HKU-100 Assistant Professor at the University of Hong Kong, to explore how Southeast Asia is developing in an era of rapid technological change and intensifying geopolitical rivalry.Moving beyond traditional export-led manufacturing models, rethinking trade partnerships with the EU, and managing the pressures of Sino-American strategic competition, we unpack how Southeast Asia is shaping its future while striving for growth and strategic autonomy.

What happens when the world’s most ambitious infrastructure initiative hits geopolitical headwinds, green scrutiny, and digital competition?In this episode of the European Guanxi Podcast, host Shristi More sits down with Keren Zhu —Assistant Professor of Political Science at Davidson College and co-host of the Belt and Road Podcast — to unpack how China’s Belt and Road Initiative is transforming in 2025. From shifting strategies and rising tech tensions to green pledges and South–South partnerships, this is a timely conversation on power, perception, and the global race for connectivity.Is the BRI evolving or unraveling? And where does Europe stand in this recalibrated global map? Tune in for sharp insights and honest reflections.Few of the Papers by Dr. Keren Zhu to reflect upon :https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=uyRvY8kAAAAJ&hl=en&oi=srahttps://thepeoplesmap.net/globalchinapulse/a-decade-of-environmental-change/https://www.newsecuritybeat.org/2023/10/chinese-rail-exports-environmental-dilemma-economic-gains-green-2/https://www.rand.org/pubs/working_papers/WR1338.htmlThis episode was hosted by Shristi More

Ever felt like you only know one side of China?Join us as Simone Pieranni, journalist and founder of China Files, peels back the layers—sharing what it meant to live, report, and observe a changing China from within. From the quiet rhythms of daily life to the undercurrents of censorship and youth discontent, this episode offers a rare, human portrait of a nation in transition.Step beyond the headlines.

Why is Shangri-La Dialogue Asia’s most crucial defense summit?In this compelling episode of the European Guanxi Podcast, we unpack the Indo-Pacific’s rising strategic tensions with renowned Indo-Pacific and China expert, Philippe Le Corre. As a private forum for conversation and dialogue, Shangri-La Dialogue is both a space for de-escalation but also strategic posturing. As U.S-China competition intensifies, ASEAN countries balance fragility with ambition, and Europe eyes a new role in the region’s future, tune in with us for a fresh take on the forces reshaping the Indo-Pacific order.Big Questions. Fresh takes. Expert perspectives.This episode was hosted by Alixia Brule.  

What does fortitude (韧) look like in an era defined by war, climate upheaval, and rapid tech shifts?Recorded in Lingshui, Hainan, this special episode captures the energy of more than 100 global delegates — from China to Mozambique — as they explore resilience through the lens of international relations, AI, ecology, culture, and youth leadership.Can AI foster peace? How do young voices cut through the noise? And what role does China’s cultural influence play on the world stage?Fresh takes. Big questions. Unfiltered reflections.Press play and redefine what fortitude means to you.This episode was hosted by Dounia Al Jijkli

Is the EU going green—or just getting strategic? In this fiery episode, Irina Patrahau (Strategic Analyst & Chair, Energy Security & Critical Minerals, HCSS) and Erlend Ek (Research Strategy & Energy Lead, China Policy) break down Europe’s latest climate moves, China’s clapbacks, and why the race for lithium and rare earths is heating up fast.We’re talking:⚡️ CRMA vs China’s mineral grip🌍 CBAM—climate tool or trade weapon?🚗 Trade wars, EV slowdowns & green protectionism🤝 Can climate cooperation survive the geopolitics?Big questions, bold takes, and a global tug-of-war over the green future— Is seen as a "Burden" or an "Opportunity". Tune in for a ride through policy, power, and planetary priorities.This episode was hosted by Shristi More

China is more than just its mega-cities. In this episode, we join Clémentine Pippa Ebel—trail runner, researcher, and China strategist—on a journey through second, third, and fourth-tier cities. From the lively streets of Shenyang and the entrepreneurial spirit of Northern Guangdong to the shifting traditions of Meizhou and the vanishing villages of Guangdong, discover the heart of local China through stories you won’t find in mainstream headlines.Do make sure to check Pippa's LinkedIn profile to learn more about her stories: linkedin.com/in/clementine-pippa-ebelThis episode was hosted by Xaver Haack

China’s rise is reshaping global power, and nowhere is this more evident than in its approach to Taiwan. In this episode, we sit down with renowned China expert Frans-Paul van der Putten to unravel the deep historical roots of China’s ambitions, the shifting geopolitics of the Indo-Pacific, and what his upcoming book, China Resurrected, reveals about the future. From colonial legacies to modern power struggles, we explore how history fuels today’s policies—and why the world should pay attention. Tune in for an insightful, thought-provoking conversation that challenges conventional narratives.The China Resurrected, e-book will be out on 12th June 2025, and the hard copy version on 10th July 2025. Do make sure to mark the dates.This podcast was hosted by Shiqing and Xaver .

The race to 2030 is on—but is the global push for sustainability truly about progress, or is it reshaping global power dynamics?In this episode, we sit down with Douglas Anderson, Head of the European Guanxi Editorial Team, to explore how major players—China, the EU, and global institutions—are leveraging sustainability initiatives like the Global Development Initiative (GDI) and the Global Gateway to expand their influence.🔍 What’s on the agenda?✅ The geopolitics of food security & aid✅ The competition over green financing✅ The race for climate leadership✅ The battle for digital & industrial dominanceJoin us for an insightful discussion on how international summits, economic strategies, and sustainability policies are shaping the future.🎧 Tune in nowAlso do make sure to check out Douglas and Sardor's latest editorial about "Shifting Dymanics in Central Asia : the security landscape amid the Ukraine Conflict " . The link to it has been attached belowhttps://cabar.asia/en/shifting-dynamics-in-central-asia-the-security-landscape-amid-the-ukraine-conflict#This episode was hosted by Shristi More and edited by Xaver Haack

Chinese idioms (成语) play a crucial role in shaping political rhetoric, often appearing repeatedly in speeches by leaders. Take, for instance, one of Xi Jinping’s favorites: 当家作主 ("Be the master of one’s own house"), which he has used an astonishing 43 times. But what do these idioms really mean, and why are they so significant?In this episode, we dive into the most frequently used idioms by Chinese leaders, uncover their meanings, and explore the historical and political contexts behind them. Stay tuned until the end—we’ve got a special quiz waiting for you!This episode was hosted by Xaver and Dounia

Every step Mr. Trump has taken in the realm of policy dynamics has sent a shockwave for both enemies and allies. From notoriously withdrawing for Green New Deal to claiming Greenland, the second Trump Administration kept everyone on their tiptoe and proves to be challenging for all the policymakers.To give expert advice on the subject, we have Dr. Jagannath Panda join us on today's episode. Prof. Jagannath Panda heads the Stockholm Center for South Asian and Indo-Pacific Affairs (SCSA-IPA) at the Institute for Security and Development Policy. He is also the executive editor for ISDP. He is also the director for Europe-Asia Research Cooperation at the Yokosuka Council on Asia-Pacific Studies (YCAPS) and a senior fellow at The Hague Centre for Strategic Studies (HCSS) in the Netherlands. Panda has testified to the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission at the U.S. Congress on “China and South Asia.” As a senior expert on China, East Asia, and Indo-Pacific affairs. This Episode was hosted by Shristi More and edited by Xaver Haack.If you like our episode to levave us a comment or review on spotify

The Chinese New Year, also known as the Spring Festival, starts on the 29th of January, and official holidays will last until February 4th. In 2024, approximately 9 billion trips were made across the country during the 40-day period from January 14 to February 22. This is why the Spring Festival travel rush, known as "chunyun", is recognized as the world's largest annual mass migration. This year, 2025, is symbolized by the snake, a creature associated with transformation, renewal, and spiritual growth in Chinese mythology. In this episode of the European Guanxi Podcast, we will explore the economic and cultural significance of Chinese New Year with  Dr. Martin Šebeňa . This podcast is produced by Shristi More and hosted by Alixia Brule.

From the European Parliament Election, to new de-risking strategies and anti-dumping measures, 2024 has been an eventful year between China and the European Union. Today we will discuss how these relations unfolded in terms of Economics, Climate governance, and foreign policy. For this, and much more, this is the European Guanxi podcast, stay tuned. This Episode was hosted by Xaver Haack

In this Special edition of the EG Podcast, we explore the themes of this year's EGYConference on EU-China relations in the field of Environmental and Climate Action.We discuss the pillars of Competition, Cooperation, and Autonomy that characterise much of the challenges and opportunities between Europe and China. Our Podcast Director Arturo Simone walks through the Conference in Brussels at KAS, to interview speakers and participants. These also include Blanca Marabini San Martin, President of the European Guanxi. Special thank also to the Konrad Adenauer Stiftung, Shristi More, Douglas Anderson, Stefano Sartorio, and Agnes Monti.EGYC conference: https://www.europeanguanxi.com/egyc2024This Episode is hosted by Arturo Simone and Shristi More. Special thank to our team of researchers and the European Guanxi Community. Find us on Instagram and LinkedIn, Share our work at #EuropeanGuanxiPodcastEG link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.europeanguanxi.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/europeanguanxi20?utm_source=linktree_profile_share

In this Episode of the EG Podcast we are joined in conversation by Mr. Unai Gomez-Hernández, PhD candidate at the University of Edinburgh and KU Leuven. We explore EU's latest environmental laws, in the ramp up to Cop29. We discuss the CBAM legislation and the 2050 net zero target in preparation of this October 5th EG Conference in Brussels. EGYC conference: https://www.europeanguanxi.com/egyc2024This Episode is hosted by Shristi More, and Edited by Arturo Simone. Special thank to our team of researchers and the European Guanxi Community. Find us on Instagram and LinkedIn, Share our work at #EuropeanGuanxiPodcastEG link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.europeanguanxi.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/europeanguanxi20?utm_source=linktree_profile_share

In this Episode of the EG Podcast we are joined in conversation by Ms. Andrea Brinza, Vice President of the Romanian Institute for the Study of the Asia-Pacific (RISAP).We explore China's new infrastructure project, the Global Development Initiative (GDI), along with its economic and geopolitical implications. Is this an attempt to re-charge Beijing's Belt and Roads Initiative (BRI)? Let's have a look! EGYC conference: https://www.europeanguanxi.com/egyc2024This Episode is hosted by Shristi More, and Edited by Mahmoud Javadi. Special thank to our guest Andrea Brinza, as well as our team of researchers and the European Guanxi Community. Find us on Instagram and LinkedIn, Share our work at #EuropeanGuanxiPodcastEG link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.europeanguanxi.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/europeanguanxi20?utm_source=linktree_profile_share

In this third edition of the EG Explainer, our host Carrie Li is joined in conversation by Dr Peyman Khaljani, a young academic specialising in EU constitutional law and PhD. Together they explore these EP elections results and democratic deficit. Let's discuss some alternatives! EGYC conference: https://www.europeanguanxi.com/egyc2024 This Episode is Hosted by Carrie Li, and Edited by Arturo Simone. Special thank to our guest Peyman, as well as our team of researchers and the European Guanxi Community. Find us on Instagram and LinkedIn, Share our work at #EuropeanGuanxiPodcast EG link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.europeanguanxi.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/europeanguanxi20?utm_source=linktree_profile_share

In this second edition of the EG Explainer, Pod Director Arturo Simone is joined in conversation by Mr. Mattia Peroni, a young academic specialised in East Asian Politics and Economics. Together we discuss the motives behind China's Belt and Roads Initiative (BRI) between Soft Power and Debt Trap Diplomacy. EGYC conference: https://www.europeanguanxi.com/egyc2024 This Episode is Hosted, Directed and Edited by Arturo Simone. Special thank to our guest Mattia, as well as our team of researchers and the European Guanxi Community. Find us on Instagram and LinkedIn, Share our work at #EuropeanGuanxiPodcast EG link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.europeanguanxi.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/europeanguanxi20?utm_source=linktree_profile_share

In this Episode of the EG Podcast we are joined in conversation by Mr. Teun Janssen,  3rd Candidate of Volt NL for this upcoming European Parliament Elections. We explore the perspective of Volt Europa and Volt NL on China, their policy recommendations, and projections for this new EU Parliament. Topics of the Episode include; - EU-Sino relations on the Economy and Trade- Geopolitics and the war in Ukraine - Human rights and the soon to be new EPEGYC conference: https://www.europeanguanxi.com/egyc2024This Episode is hosted by Arturo Simone, Directed by Carrie Li, and Edited by Mahmoud Javadi. Special thank to our guest Mr Teun Janssen , as well as our team of researchers and the European Guanxi Community. Find us on Instagram and LinkedIn, Share our work at #EuropeanGuanxiPodcastEG link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.europeanguanxi.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/europeanguanxi20?utm_source=linktree_profile_share

In this first edition of the EG Explainer, Pod Director Arturo is joined in conversation by Mr. Juan N. Garcia-Nieto, Editor in Chief of the EG Editorial Team. Today we prepare for the upcoming EP elections of June 6-9 with an exploration into the various Political Groups of the European Parliament, and their respective stance on China. EGYC conference: https://www.europeanguanxi.com/egyc2024 This Episode is Hosted, Directed and Edited by Arturo Simone. Special thank to our guest Juan, as well as our team of researchers and the European Guanxi Community. Find the work of our Editorial Team at: https://www.europeanguanxi.com/articles Find us on Instagram and LinkedIn, Share our work at #EuropeanGuanxiPodcast EG link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.europeanguanxi.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/europeanguanxi20?utm_source=linktree_profile_share

In this Episode of "The Briefcase": a European Guanxi Series we offer an extended conversation with Claudia Astarita, Lecturer at Science Po Lyon. This week we discuss the recent election results in Taiwan, the sentiment of Taiwanese voters regarding the relationship with China and how the latter is closely observing the international community's response. The Episode includes: - The political landscape in Taiwan - Chinese interference - The role of the west in the region. The Episode is Produced by Arturo Simone; Hosted by Paulia Rios Maya. A special thank to our EG podcast Team. Find us on Instagram and LinkedIn, Share our work at #EuropeanGuanxiPodcast EG link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.europeanguanxi.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/europeanguanxi20?utm_source=linktree_profile_share

In this Episode of the EG Podcast we are joined in conversation by Ms Julia Hammelehle,  Senior Policy Advisor at the Munich Security Conference (MSC) and expert in European Energy and Climate Security. We delve into the geopolitics of Energy Security in Europe, De-risking from China, and Climate Energy cooperation. EGYC conference & Essay Competition: https://www.europeanguanxi.com/egyc2024Iscriptions for the Conference open on May 1st!This Episode is hosted by Shristi More, Directed by Arturo Simone, and Edited by Mahmoud Javadi. Special thank to our guest MS Julia Hammelehle , as well as our team of researchers and the European Guanxi Community. Find us on Instagram and LinkedIn, Share our work at #EuropeanGuanxiPodcastEG link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.europeanguanxi.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/europeanguanxi20?utm_source=linktree_profile_share

In this Episode of the EG Podcast we are joined in conversation by Dr. Kamil Zwolski, Associate Professor in International Politics at the University of Southampton and leading expert in European Security. We explore the state of European Security in light of the recent Munich Security Conference; the role of NATO, and the relevance of external players like Russia and China. EGYC conference & Essay Competition: https://www.europeanguanxi.com/egyc2024Dr. Xiang new book: https://lnkd.in/eMazTK_hThis Episode is hosted by Carrie Li, Directed by Arturo Simone, and Edited by Paulina Rios Maya. Special thank to our guest Dr. Kamil Zwolski, as well as our team of researchers and the European Guanxi Community. Find us on Instagram and LinkedIn, Share our work at #EuropeanGuanxiPodcastEG link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.europeanguanxi.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/europeanguanxi20?utm_source=linktree_profile_share

In this first Episode of "The Briefcase": a European Guanxi Series we offer an extended conversation with Dr. Ralf Emmers, from SOAS London. This week we delve into the contemporary relevance of the South China Sea, exploring its history of maritime disputes and latest developments. The Episode includes: - Contemporary Geopolitics of the area - Escalation of maritime and political tensions - Relevant actors such as China, Vietnam & the West The Episode is Produced by Paulina Rios Maya; Hosted by Arturo Simone. A special thank to Puria Athai and Bomi Seo for their valued research, as well as the rest of our EG podcast Team. Find us on Instagram and LinkedIn, Share our work at #EuropeanGuanxiPodcast EG link: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.europeanguanxi.com/⁠⁠⁠ LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/europeanguanxi20?utm_source=linktree_profile_share

In this Episode of the EG Podcast we explore first hand-experiences of moving to China from Europe and to Europe from China. We join in conversation with two of our EG colleagues, Paulina Rios Maya and Shijie Hu, as they share their respective experience on Education, Social Integration, and Cultural Shocks. The discussion is moderated by Shristi More. This Episode is hosted by Shristi More, Directed by Arturo Simone, and Edited by Mahmoud Javadi. Special thank to Shijie and Paulina, as well as our team of researchers and the European Guanxi Community. Find us on Instagram and LinkedIn, Share our work at #EuropeanGuanxiPodcastEG link: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.europeanguanxi.com/⁠⁠⁠LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/europeanguanxi20?utm_source=linktree_profile_share

In this Episode of the EG Podcast we are joined by Dr. Catherine Xiang, Head of East Asian Languages at LSE and Programme Director for BSc International Relations and Chinese. With her we delve into the cultural significance of the Chinese new year, its influence in the European continent, the tradition and its symbolic significance.This Episode includes: - Chinese New Year and its cultural significance and economic impact- Chinese New Year celebration by the Chinese diaspora- Chinese view of harmony and confucianism- Challenges and solutions to learning the Chinese languageThis Episode is hosted by Paulina Rios Maya, Directed by Arturo Simone, and Edited by Mahmoud Javadi. Special thank to Dr Xiang, our team of researchers and the European Guanxi Community. Find us on Instagram and LinkedIn, Share our work at #EuropeanGuanxiPodcastEG link: ⁠⁠https://www.europeanguanxi.com/⁠⁠LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/europeanguanxi20?utm_source=linktree_profile_share

In this Episode of the EG Podcast we are joined by Filip Šebok from China Observers in Central and Eastern Europe (CHOICE) to delve into the EU's Indo-Pacific Strategy.This Episode includes: - The Indo-Pacific Strategy - China in the Indo-Pacific- CEE countries & their interests in the StrategySpecial feature: CHOICE Summer SchoolThis Episode is hosted by Paulina Rios Maya, Directed by Arturo Simone, and Edited by Mahmoud Javadi. Special thank to Filip Šebok, CHOICE, our team of researchers and the European Guanxi Community. Find us on Instagram and LinkedIn, Share our work at #EuropeanGuanxiPodcastEG link: ⁠https://www.europeanguanxi.com/⁠LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/europeanguanxi20?utm_source=linktree_profile_share

In this Episode of the EG Podcast our staff explores the fascinating events of 2023 in EU-China relations, as we brace for this upcoming year of 2024. This Ep includes: Economy: - EU-China Summit- De-Risking Society: - China's dissent - Crisis Management in the EUForeign Policy:- China's Belt and Road Initiative BRI- Ukraine and Cop28This episode is hosted by Paulina Rios Maya, Carrie Li, & Sofia Dellafiore. Edited by Mahmoud Javadi. Directed by Arturo Simone. Special thank to our team of researchers and the European Guanxi Community. Find us on Instagram and LinkedIn and re-post our work at #EuropeanGuanxiPodcastEG link: https://www.europeanguanxi.com/LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/europeanguanxi20?utm_source=linktree_profile_share

Welcome back to the European Guanxi podcast. A new podcast produced by European Guanxi - a network of European scholars, students and professionals coming together on a platform of debate, discussion and analysis of EU and China relations.The presence of Chinese police stations in Europe, USA and Canada has certainly raised suspicions about PRC´s operations in territories outside its own jurisdiction and legislation. But what are these police stations and why have they been developed?On our fourth episode, we will be welcoming Chu Shuyu a China Law and Policy Fellow at the Georgetown Center for Asian Law in Washington D.C. and Ph.D. researcher of Michigan university. She focused on China´s overseas extraterritorial jurisdiction operations, and she will further explain the role of police stations overseas, sharing with us her most recent findings.Thank you for tuning in to our European Guanxi Podcast. We hope you enjoyed today's episode!Also, don't forget to follow us on social media!Twitter: https://twitter.com/europeanguanxiLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/european-guanxi/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/europeanguanxiFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/europeanguanxi

Welcome back to the European Guanxi podcast. A new podcast produced by European Guanxi - a network of European scholars, students and professionals coming together on a platform of debate, discussion and analysis of EU and China relations.On our third episode, we will be welcoming an amazing journalist and author, Noah Barkin, who will provide us with more clarity on EU-China relations, and more specifically the nature and importance of Sino-German relations. In the last few years we have seen Western governments adopting an increasingly defiant position regarding China, be it on issues relating to national security, economic competition or human rights issues. Worldwide, the narrative of engagement with China is undergoing a monumental shift. The emergence of these complaints mark an indisputable shift in government priorities, yet there is still little uniform action being taken, with many tensions and disagreements between parties, as is the case in Germany, and also within the E.U. where different national interests prevent the adoption of a coherent and common China strategy.Germany's current government is divided over the reframing of its relationship with China, but it ultimately has to make do with the new realities of very little space for close political engagement with China.The EU now pursues a "derisking" approach which puts national security and the diversification of resources at the top of the agenda. Noah Barkin has made clear that Sino-German relations and, by implication, EU-China relations are no longer primarily defined by economic interests but also by normative and value-based considerations.We would love to know what your opinions are on Sino-Eu relations and, in particular the Sino-German relations, do you agree with Noah Barkin?Let us know in our social media!Thank you for tuning in to our European Guanxi Podcast. We hope you enjoyed today's episode! If you're interested in other topics related to China and Sino-European relations, we would love for you to check out our other episodes.Also, don't forget to follow us on social media!Twitter: https://twitter.com/europeanguanxi LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/european-guanxi/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/europeanguanxiFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/europeanguanxi

Welcome to the second episode of the European Guanxi Podcast! Each month, we discuss current news events, review books and articles, or conduct interviews with China experts to help you, our listeners, better understand China and Sino-European relations.In today's episode, Jaime and Karolin talk about Chinese diaspora activism and Social Media's ambiguous role as a tool for protest. The episode was inspired by an article called "Instagram Is a Site of Protest for the Chinese Diaspora", written by Caiwei Chen. Caiwei is a journalist based in New York who writes about technology and Chinese society, and in this article, she gives us a very perceptive, nuanced look at a flourishing virtual landscape of budding political consciousness from the young Chinese generation. Caiwen thankfully took the time to talk with us about her article in more detail.We hope you enjoy listening and would love for you to tune in to our next episode!Do not forget to check out European Guanxi on Instagram, Facebook, or LinkedIn and subscribe to stay up to date with our webinars and blog posts.Also, feel free to ask us any questions that you may have regarding China or EU-China relations. We will gladly try to answer them.Please find below links to relevant articles and further reading.Links:Open letter for US/UK/European/Australian universities to protect their Chinese students who are speaking out against injustice in China:https://telegra.ph/In-the-Wake-of-White-Paper-Movement-Universities-Must-Speak-Out-For-Chin ese-Students-at-Risk-02-20⁠Caiwen Chen's article: https://www.wired.com/story/china-protests-a4-memes-instagram/

Welcome to our very first episode of the European Guanxi Podcast! Each month we discuss current news events, review books and articles, or conduct interviews with China experts to help you, our listeners, better understand China and Sino-European relations.In today’s episode, Ardita Osmani and Karolin Hofmann summarise some of the key events that shaped EU-China relations in the last year - from the controversies surrounding the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics to China’s “pro-Russian” neutrality in the Ukraine War to the Taiwan visit of U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi.For the second part of the episode, we invited Alicia García Herrero to share her thoughts on how the Ukraine War has impacted Sino-European relations. Miss García Herrero is a Senior Fellow at European think-tank BRUEGEL, the Chief Economist for Asia Pacific at Natixis, and a non-resident Senior Fellow at the East Asian Institute (EAI) of the National University Singapore (NUS).Lastly, European Guanxi member Prisca Mirchandani interviews two young China researchers who published articles on end-of-the-year festivities in China and the impact of COVID-19 on Chinese people’s consumer behaviour, respectively.We hope you enjoy listening and would love for you to tune in to our next episode!Do not forget to check out European Guanxi on Instagram, Facebook, or LinkedIn and subscribe to stay up to date with our webinars and blog posts.Also, feel free to ask us any questions that you may have regarding China or EU-China relations. We will gladly try to answer them.Please find below links to relevant articles and further reading.Links to the articles Prisca discussed:Valeria Medeghini: https://www.europeanguanxi.com/post/end-of-the-year-festivals-in-chinaVania Tabanelli: https://www.europeanguanxi.com/post/how-covid-19-has-impacted-chinese-consumers-habitsLinks we have retrieved information from:https://www.reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/eu-phase-out-covid-tests-travellers-china-2023-02-16/https://www.nytimes.com/2023/02/09/us/politics/china-spy-balloon-program.htmlMERICS China Forecast 2023: https://merics.org/en/short-analysis/chinas-precarious-path-forward-insights-merics-china-forecast-2023