Mar 13, 2020
A medical worker in protective suit takes a break at an isolated ward of Wuhan Red Cross Hospital in Wuhan, China on February 16, 2020.

Coronavirus: The View From Italy, China, Singapore, India, and the UK

Council of Councils global perspectives roundups gather opinions from experts on major international developments. In this edition, members from leading global think tanks in Italy, China, Singapore, India, and the United Kingdom reflect on the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the state of public health systems in their countries, and the importance of international and regional cooperation.

A medical worker in protective suit takes a break at an isolated ward of Wuhan Red Cross Hospital in Wuhan, China on February 16, 2020.

Council of Councils global perspectives roundups gather opinions from experts on major international developments. In this edition, members from leading global think tanks in Italy, China, Singapore, India, and the United Kingdom reflect on the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the state of public health systems in their countries, and the importance of international and regional cooperation.

Apr 04, 2020
This argues that Europe needs to escape the bipolar logic that demands it choose between the American and Chinese economic/technological spheres, and recommends the EU develop a China policy for its drive towards strategic autonomy.
Jan 09, 2021
China is using COVID-19 aid to increase cooperation for its Belt and Road Initiative in recipient countries. The United States and Europe should coordinate assistance to strategically important regions to counteract China’s growing influence.
Feb 19, 2021
The finalization of the China-EU Comprehensive Agreement on Investment signals lasting transatlantic divisions following the Trump administration. Can the Biden administration work with the EU to address China’s concerning economic practices?
Mar 29, 2021
China and the European Union have demonstrated consistent support and implementation for climate initiatives while the United States has not. This report examines how these countries can effectively work together to meet the goals in the Paris Agreement.
Oct 21, 2015

Michal Meidan and Zha Daojiong analyze China’s deepening diplomatic ties to the Middle East, as evidenced by their increasing reliance on Middle Eastern oil, which is largely due to China’s economic boom throughout the past few years.