Europe-Asia Review

18 Dec 2022

The Russia-Ukraine war fits into the broader context of the new rivalry between the superpowers in the multipolar world that has been developing for over a decade. Despite Moscow’s challenge to the West, the date of February 24 does not mark the beginning of a new “cold war” as we…

The G20 summit in the shadow of the Ukraine-Russia war

30 Nov 2022

The G-20 nations produce over 80 percent of the global gross product, are responsible for 75 percent of trade and their meetings are closely watched around the world not only by politicians but also by business community. The summit that took place on November 15-16 this year in Nusa Dua,…

War in Ukraine and China’s expansion – challenges for Southeast Asia

Articles, Uncategorized

31 Oct 2022

The meetings of the Association of Southeast Asian Countries (ASEAN) in Cambodia, Bali and Bangkok (to be held on November 8-13, 2022) are taking place in the shadow of the European conflict in Ukraine. In recent weeks, China has activated its diplomacy, taking advantage of the favorable situation, especially in…

The war in Ukraine from the Japanese perspective

30 Sep 2022

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has opened a new chapter in the history of the post-Cold War world. It has shaken the political and economic foundations of Europe and, on the other hand, has brought the confrontation between the global ‘East’ and ‘West’ back to the fore in international politics. In…

War in Ukraine and the world food crisis

28 Aug 2022

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has deepened the global food crisis which has already hit hard due to the Covid-19 pandemic and resulting supply chains disruptions. There was a sharp spike in grain and fertilizers prices and their shortages on African and Middle East markets. Both Ukraine and Russia are leading…

War in Ukraine: Middle East’s responses

4 Jul 2022

ISRAEL’S SECURITY AND THE GULF’S ENERGY INTERESTS The Russian invasion of Ukraine has caused confusion in Israel and in the larger Middle East. Israel’s sympathies are clearly with Ukrainians and Israelis have rallied for them – sometimes in big numbers – and privately donated aid. Moreover, the Israeli government…

War in Ukraine and Turkey’s „strategic autonomy”

23 Jun 2022

Turkey, which is one of the key member states of the North Atlantic Alliance, chose a “strategic autonomy” when confronted with Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Turkish authorities condemned the war but also opposed the sanctions imposed by Europe and the United States on Russia. Turkish companies sell very effective military…

Beijing’s position on the war in Ukraine:
Sino-Russian alliance or strategic ambiguity?

31 May 2022

Beijing responded to the war in Ukraine by calling for a peaceful resolution of the conflict, blaming Washington and celebrating its alliance with the Kremlin. China’s position, however, is more complex and is a result of various political, economic and internal factors that the Chinese authorities must take into account.…

Japan’s ‘awakening’: The war in Ukraine and a Sino-Russian alliance

30 Apr 2022

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the return of brutal aggression as a means of border changing means rejecting of the global order based on international law. As a consequence, the security architecture is changing not only in Europe but also in the Indo-Pacific. For Japan, the war in Ukraine –…

United Arab Emirates: Expo 2020 Dubai and 50 years of development

28 Feb 2022

In December 1971, Emir of Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan al-Nahyan – founding father of the UAE – brought together the ruling families of Dubai, Sharjah, Fujairah, Ajman, and Om Al-Qaïwaïn to form a political union. A federal state was created, to which the seventh emirate, Ras al-Khaimah, joined…

Taiwan: an uncertain future between Beijing and Washington

16 Dec 2021

Taiwan is a territory recognized by only 14 countries and Beijing sees it as a “renegade” province that “must be united” with mainland China. Taiwan’s existence depends on the support of the United States, for which Taiwan is “the largest aircraft carrier in the Western Pacific.” But Formosa, as the…

Israel and Arab countries one year after the Abraham Accords

30 Nov 2021

The Abraham Accords were concluded on September 15, 2020 between the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain and Israel. Embassies were opened, unrestricted trade, direct flights and tourist exchange began. However, the purpose of those agreements was not just to initiate a new chapter in difficult mutual relations, but above all building…

AUKUS: American competition with China at the expense of Europe’s security?

27 Oct 2021

On September 15, 2021, United States, Australia and the United Kingdom announced the creation of a new partnership to work for security and deepening ties in the Indo-Pacific region. The so-called “AUKUS” is also intended to strengthen a peaceful and rules-based international order. The pact’s flagship project is the construction…

Afghanistan: Emirate 2.0.

27 Sep 2021

On August 31, 2021, the last US troops left the Kabul airport, bringing a close to the longest war in US history. For the Taliban – whom the Americans had removed from power 20 years ago – this was an occasion to celebrate the victory over the US and the…

Pakistan. Economy in the shadow of politics

17 Aug 2021

Nuclear arsenal and strategic location make Pakistan a key country in the security architecture of the region as well as an arena of competition between the United States and China. Economic situation hinges much on political events and international problems such as the prolonged conflict with India about Kashmir. Of…

Japan – EU: In Search for a New Security Architecture in the Indo-Pacific

15 Jul 2021

On May 27, 2021, the European Union and Japan held a virtual summit at which they pledged to enhance cooperation within the framework of their Strategic Partnership. It is particularly important due to growing tensions in the Indo-Pacific, including the East and South China Seas, and in the Taiwan Strait.…

For a multipolar world order. European Union’s relations with ASEAN.

29 Jun 2021

ASEAN, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, is getting an increasingly important partner of the European Union, both due its dynamically growing economy and the size of the market (approx. 660 million people). Closer cooperation with the organization’s 10 member countries may also help Europe expand its political influence in…

India – EU: a partnership
in the shadow of Beijing

20 May 2021

On May 8, a virtual summit between the European Union and India took place in Portugal. It brought a long-awaited breakthrough in economic relations: the unfreezing of negotiations on a trade deal and a decision to start talks on an investment treaty. These agreements – if successful – will cover…

France is ‘Back’ in the Indo-Pacific

26 Apr 2021

France as an Indo–Pacific Power Paris has a relatively strong military presence in the Indo-Pacific region. It has about 4,000 troops operating in the Indian Ocean, while in the Pacific – some 3,000 troops.[i] France’s commitment to the Indo-Pacific is a natural process for at least two reasons. France is not…

Burma. The end of an experiment.

26 Mar 2021

The coup d’état in Burma put a halt to 10 years of democratic experiment, and the generals resumed their rule. The military has always had a strong position in that country, and in recent decades it has managed to establish its own “economic empire”. The coup was meant to protect…

Europe – Asia. How the pandemic has changed our relations.

26 Mar 2021

The pandemic has revealed new dimensions of Euro-Asian relations. Europe has realized how dependent it is on Asian suppliers of medicines and medical equipment, and that it suffers from a lack of EU competence in this area. The most important conclusions are the growing importance of health as a strategic…

Videos

ZOOM THE WORLD Afghanistan. What next?

29 Sep 2021

Centre for International Relations and Konrad Adenauer Stiftung in Polen invite you to the next meeting of our series – ZOOM THE WORLD, conversations with exceptional guests: diplomats, entrepreneurs and experts about the situation in Poland and in the world. Our guests were: Patryk Kugiel – senior analyst, Polish Institute…

EUROPE ASIA ONLINE BRIDGE – Security cooperation in the Indo-Pacific

1 Aug 2021

The Indo-Pacific is perceived as one of the most important terrains of rivalry in the emerging new world order. USA and China have been competing for the economic, political and technological domination, dealing with the countries of the region at different levels. Listen to the online debate organised by the Embassy…

Southeast Asia: how the ASEAN members see Europe

2 Jun 2021

Centre for International Relations and Konrad Adenauer Stiftung in Polen invite you to the next meeting of our series – ZOOM THE WORLD. Our guests were: 👉 Dr. Céline-Agathe Caro, Head of the KAS office in Thailand 👉 Christian Echle, Director of the KAS Regional Programme Political Dialogue Asia 👉…

Diplomatic Coffee: Indonesia

26 Mar 2021

👉 Centre for International Relations, THINKTANK and Heart on Fire organised an online meeting “Diplomatic coffee”, first episode of our new series. Our guest was: ➡️ Siti Mauludiah, the Indonesian Ambassador to Poland The meeting was moderated by Dr. Małgorzata Bonikowska, the CIR and THINKTANK president and Michał Rejent, entrepreneur,…

CSM LIVE TALKS: India – China relations

26 Mar 2021

INDIA – CHINA RELATIONS: between “One Belt One Road” and “Indo-Pacific” Our guest are: – Dr. D. K. Giri, Jamia Islamia University, India – Dr. Yuan Hang, Sichuan University, China – Dr. Arvind Kumar, Manipal University, India We discussed: – what is the impact of the border disputes on the…

CSM LIVE TALKS: Mexico and Vietnam

26 Mar 2021

CSM LIVE TALKS: Mexico and Vietnam Our guest are: – Montserrat Xilotl, Latin America and Caribbean Regional Consultant on Climate Change Adaptation for UNDP – Vu Thu Ha, Foreign Desk Editor, Viet Nam News We discussed: – Europe from outside: Mexican and Vietnamese perspective – US&China competition – Mexican and…

Diplomatic Coffee – South Korea

26 Mar 2021

Centre for International Relations, THINKTANK and Heart on Fire organised an online meeting of our series “Diplomatic coffee”. Our guest was: ➡️ H.E. Mira Sun, Ambassador of Republic of Korea to Poland The meeting was be moderated by Dr. Małgorzata Bonikowska, the CIR and THINKTANK president and Michał Rejent, entrepreneur,…

Online Bridge Asia-Europe

26 Mar 2021

Centre for International Relations and THINKTANK invite you to an online debate “The international financial system and global economy in the time of pandemic”, first episode of our new series ONLINE BRIDGE Asia – Europe. Our guest were: Magda Wierzycka, Founder and CEO, Sygnia Group, UK / SA John Levack,…

CSM LIVE MEETINGS: India