The second part of the event "China Strategy 2023" focused on China as a rival. The foreign policy discussion revolved around old war horses, the cacophony between von der Leyen and Macron, and urgently necessary China expertise.
By Redaktion Table
Three appearances, three times the invocation of unity. Putin's State of the Union address makes it clear that he is preparing his country for a long period of war. Joe Biden is received like a pop star in Warsaw. In Brussels, NATO, the EU, and Ukraine demonstrate cohesion.
By Viktor Funk
China's top diplomat Wang Yi has announced a peace initiative for Ukraine – and is met with skepticism. After stops in Munich and Budapest, he was expected in Moscow. To be credible, a trip to Kyiv would have to follow. Ukraine still has the necessary trust in the People's Republic.
By Redaktion Table
The Russian strategy gambled that the unity of Europe would be among the first casualties of the war of aggression on Ukraine. A split failed to materialize. But a new order is emerging in Europe, writes ECFR's Kadri Liik.
By Experts Table.Briefings
