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Institute for China-Europe Studies (ICES) is a Brussels-based #thinktank seeking to foster better mutual understanding between #China and #Europe. Visit our website: https://ices-eu.org/

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πŸ”— As always, we provide our #reflections, highlight #expert voices, and present selected #event insights.

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03.03.2026 15:13 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ“° We are excited to share the February editions of our #newsletter "The ICES Bulletin" with you, covering developments over the last month in #EU-#China relations!

Read them via the links in the posts below.

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πŸŽ‰ As we welcome the Year of the Horse 🐎, #ICES extends our warm wishes for a year of health and success!

Amid rapid geopolitical change and evolving #EU-China relations, rigorous research and open dialogue are more important than ever. We will continue to deepen our research and foster exchanges!

17.02.2026 09:33 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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05.02.2026 11:27 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ“° New ICES Biweekly Bulletin on #EUChina is out!

This issue highlights the impacts of the #USAEurope ever-growing rift, our ICES roundtable event on EU-China mutual #perceptions, and bilateral rapprochements between China and EU member states.

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πŸ“Έ Our thanks also go to Fanxue Meng for the pictures taken during the event.

#ICES #Seminar #China #EU #Europe #EUChina #Event #Thinktank #Perceptions #Cooperation #Research #Survey

28.01.2026 15:02 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

A thank you to Global Times and all the high-ranking guests who attended the event for a stimulating and insightful talk on EU-China relations, as well as on the gaps between perceptions and realities, and how these might be bridged to foster deeper mutual understanding.⬇️

28.01.2026 15:02 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

The roundtable provided an opportunity to discuss the findings of the China-EU Mutual Perceptions Report presented by the Global Times Institute, and to exchange views on avenues for future cooperation between the EU and China.⬇️

28.01.2026 15:02 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Guests included the Ambassador of the PRC to Belgium, Minister Counsellor of Mission of the People’s Republic of China to the EU, Global Times Institute’s representatives, experts of EU-China relations, former European diplomats, representatives of Chinese institutions and media.⬇️

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πŸ’¬πŸ—¨οΈOn Tuesday 27 January ICES was honoured to host its Closed-door Dialogue on EU-China Mutual Perceptions, in partnership with Global Times. ⬇️

28.01.2026 15:02 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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#ICES #News #Newsletter #EUChina #MaritimeAffairs #Security #Economy #Governance

06.01.2026 17:20 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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This newest addition to our newsletters aims to provide readers with a concise and insightful overview of the issues that matter most in maritime affairs.

πŸ‘‰ Don’t miss future editions – subscribe via our website or this link: ices-eu.us21.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=...

06.01.2026 17:20 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

🌊 New Quarterly ICES Maritime Newsletter ! πŸ“°

We are excited to announce the release of our newest ICES Maritime Bulletin.

In this edition, we look at:
βš“ Global maritime trade impediments
βš“ Global ocean governance challenges
βš“ The impact of conflicts on supply chains

06.01.2026 17:20 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸŽ„ ICES WISHES YOU A HAPPY HOLIDAY SEASON πŸŽ„

The Institute for China-Europe Studies (ICES) wishes you a joyful holiday season and a fascinating start to 2026!

Our sincerest thanks to all the friends who supported us in 2025!

In 2026, ICES will continue to deliver more in-depth analysis!

23.12.2025 15:32 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
ICES Webinar | Electrostates vs Petrostates: The New Carbon Chasm
YouTube video by Institute for China-Europe Studies (ICES) ICES Webinar | Electrostates vs Petrostates: The New Carbon Chasm

If you missed it, you can still watch the recording here!
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#EU #China #ICES #EUChina #Europe #Energy #Electricity #Hydrogen #FossilFuel #Climate #Strategy

19.12.2025 15:10 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

ICES was pleased to welcome as #speakers:

🎀 @Thierry Lepercq, renewable energy entrepreneur and former ENGIE Executive Committee member
🎀Mikaa Blugeon-Mered, Senior Researcher on Hydrogen Geopolitics, Global Markets, and Strategies - Canada Research Chair in Clean Hydrogen

19.12.2025 15:10 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

πŸ’¬πŸ—¨On Wednesday, December 17, 2025, @ices-eu.bsky.social was honoured to host the " #Electrostates vs #Petrostates: The New #Carbon Chasm" webinar. Thank you to the speakers and the public who attended our event for a stimulating and insightful talk on energy policies in the #EU and #China. πŸ™

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πŸ“° New commentary: Europe and China in the Western Indian Ocean: Shared Waters, Distinct Courses

✍ By Alec Caruana, Non-resident Research Associate

πŸ”— Find the full commentary here: ices-eu.org/posts/indian...

#SeaLanes#Trade#NavigationRights#GlobalGateway #BRI#EUChina#EU#China#ICES#ThinkTank

18.12.2025 15:38 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ“° New commentary: From Doctrine to Practice: Europe’s Economic Security Evolution and the Business Reality in EU-China Relations

✍ By Linsheng Hong, Research and Management Associate, ICES

πŸ”— Find the full commentary here: ices-eu.org/posts/doctrine

#EUChina #EU#China#ICES#ThinkTank#Commentary

17.12.2025 14:15 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
ICES Dialogues: EU-China Dynamics in the Electric Vehicle (EV) Sector
YouTube video by Institute for China-Europe Studies (ICES) ICES Dialogues: EU-China Dynamics in the Electric Vehicle (EV) Sector

If you missed it, you can still watch the recording here! youtu.be/gCvYd4pZ4Lw

#ICES #Seminar #China #EU #Europe #EUChina #Event #Thinktank #EV #Automobile #Industry

10.12.2025 09:29 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

🎀 ICES was pleased to welcome Liang Linlin, Director of Communication and Research at the China Chamber of Commerce to the EU, Varg Folkman, Policy Analyst at the European Policy Centre and Thomas Kânig, Director China of the German Chamber of Commerce and Industry as speakers.

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πŸ’¬πŸ—¨οΈLast Friday ICES hosted the β€œEU-China Dynamics in the Electric Vehicle (EV) Sector” seminar at the University Foundation. Thank you to the speakers and the public who attended our event for a stimulating talk on the current state and future of the #EV sector in the #EU and #China. πŸ™

10.12.2025 09:29 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Macron pleads case for security and trade rebalancing to a lukewarm China During a state visit, the French president urged President Xi Jinping to take a harsher stance on Russia and smooth out trade imbalances. Despite signing 12 agreements, Xi’s remained noncommittal on t...

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05.12.2025 10:10 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

β€’ On #Ukraine, direct intervention of China to help broker a #peace agreement is unlikely but China will play a role in its own way

β€’ Overall, one state visit is unlikely to solve all the problems even if it will help boost cooperation

05.12.2025 10:10 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

β€’ Further agreements could be expected in the #energy and #food sectors

β€’ Agreement on jointly upholding multilateralism is expected

β€’ #ElectricVehicles and associated reciprocal #tariffs are still pending issues

05.12.2025 10:10 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

@ices-eu.bsky.social 's Executive Director Yang Li was interviewed to give his analysis on Sino-French relationships, as well as pressing #geopolitical issues such as #China's reaction to the latest developments on #Taiwan, and the role of China in the #Ukrainian conflict:

05.12.2025 10:10 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

πŸ“° #ICES is in the #news!πŸ“°

@courthousenews.bsky.social recently published a news article on French President Emmanuel #Macron's recent meeting with Xi Jinping in #China.

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02.12.2025 15:17 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
The ICES Bulletin (November 16-30, 2025)

- The latest Insights and Comments on China-Europe Relations -

The ICES Bulletin (November 16-30, 2025) - The latest Insights and Comments on China-Europe Relations -

πŸ“° New ICES Biweekly Bulletin on #EUChina is out!

This issue highlights the impacts of both the Japanese PM's #Taiwan comments and the US-Russia #28-points "Peace Plan" on EU-China #diplomacy, as #rareearth access is still being negotiated for.

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