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World order: “Europe is fighting against its own decline”

In light of China’s export strength, Daniel Marwecki of the University of Hong Kong argues that Europe needs smart industrial policy and partnerships with rising countries such as India. At the same time, he urges Europe and the United States to manage their decline with dignity.

01. February 2026
Daniel Marwecki, a political scientist who teaches in Hong Kong, sees China's competition in export industries as the biggest challenge for Germany and Europe.

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Last updated: 02. February 2026