Foreign Policy Live
China’s Attempt to ‘Divide and Conquer’ Europe
May 10, 2024
Former key advisor on China policy during the Obama administration, Evan Medeiros, discusses Chinese President Xi Jinping's aggressive attempts to sow disunity in Europe and the implications for U.S.-China competition. The podcast delves into Xi's strategic moves in Europe, challenges of regime change strategy for China policy, and China's views on the Middle East. It also explores the impact of a potential Trump presidency on Xi's diplomacy in Europe.
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Quick takeaways
- Xi Jinping's visit to Europe aims to exploit EU and NATO divisions, advancing Chinese interests.
- US-China relations face structural challenges despite recent diplomatic efforts, indicating a complex and competitive dynamic.
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Xi Jinping's European Visit Strategy
Xi Jinping's recent visit to France, Serbia, and Hungary was viewed as a strategic move to exploit divisions within the European Union and NATO. By choosing countries like France, skeptical of NATO; Serbia, not in the EU or NATO; and Hungary, undermining both institutions, Xi aimed to advance Chinese interests that challenge EU and NATO priorities.
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