May 29 , 2020

Italy is yet another country stuck at a fork in the road as it decides who a better ally would be: the US or China. Its current need for aid during the coronavirus pandemic may be a deciding factor in critical debates, such as whether or not Huawei should be allowed to operate within its borders.

Apr 12 , 2019

Cracks are appearing in the European Union’s position on China. While much of Europe has developed a new, Trumpian-style position on China, the populist coalition in Rome is opening its arms to China and the Belt and Road Initiative.

Sep 26 , 2018

As the European Union proposes a strategy for increased connectivity across the continent, both China and the U.S. will utilize the proposal to advance their own goals.

Jul 03 , 2018

The next China-EU summit to be held in Beijing on July 16-17 will be used by leaders of the two sides to send a strong message against U.S. protectionism, signaling a change in EU-Chinese relations.

Jan 08 , 2014

Following the official launch of the Shanghai Free Trade Zone, Dr. Nicola Casarini explores how the internationalization of the renminbi can benefit the global economy with an emphasis on the Eurozone.