Jan 17, 2024

China and Europe look forward to more stable relations. But transcending the European-style de-risking narrative will take some doing. As frictions arise, the strategic definitions and political wisdom of both sides will be tested.

Jun 25, 2021

U.S. President Joe Biden’s general narrative of “democracy against autocracy” will not be accepted wholesale. Europe wants to avoid being dragged by the United States into a costly new cold war that’s driven by strategic autonomy.

Jun 18, 2019

Trump’s recent UK visit seemed to be a diplomatic success — but US-UK ties face serious tension. From concerns about Trump’s “America First” nationalism, to US demands on trade and technology policy, Anglo-American relations seem less “special” than ever before.

Apr 08, 2019

5G technology has the potential to spark a new technological revolution, while recharging Europe’s ailing tech companies. But if the EU joins the US in waging “Tech Cold War” on China and Chinese companies like Huawei, Europe risks losing out on the advantages of this new generation of technology.

May 06, 2018

Sometimes love just ain’t enough.