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The European Guanxi Podcast explores current affairs underpinning EU-China Relations. It includes interviews with experts on EU- China Foreign Policy and beyond, offering listeners critical insights into the challenges and opportunities that characterize EU-China dialogue. It also provides a platform for the discussion of youth perspectives and experiences on EU-China Relations.

  1. 15H AGO

    China and the World of Wine - with Fongyee Walker

    In this episode we speak to Fongyee Walker, founder of Dragon Phoenix Wines and the first Master of Wine resident in China. As the first of our two part series on China and wine, this episode covers the exciting developments of China’s growing wine industry. From the highs to the lows, from the heaven to earth, and from the ancient past to the exciting days ahead, we cover all the need-to-know topics on this subject.

    31 min

  2. 6D AGO

    Navigating the Canada-China Trade Pivot with Bijan Ahmadi

    In this episode of the European Guanxi Podcast, we are joined by Bijan Ahmadi, Executive Director of the Canada-China Business Council, for a timely conversation on the future of Canada–China economic relations. As political tensions rise but trade flows continue, what does a more “pragmatic relationship" with China actually look like? How should Canada balance security concerns with economic opportunity? And what role do energy, critical minerals and supply chains play in shaping the next phase of engagement? Tune in for a grounded discussion on risk, resilience and realism in today’s geopolitical economy.

    25 min

  3. FEB 4

    Temu and Tariffs - Insights into China's Expanding E-Commerce Sector with Ed Sander

    Alibaba, Shein, and now Temu - Chinese e-commerce remains highly competitive despite policy efforts to curb it. What makes such companies so succesful and dynamic? In this episode of the European Guanxi Podcast we host Ed Sander, analyst of China's tech landscape at Tech Buzz China, to offer more insight into innovative e-commerce business models and the EU policy measures failing to counter them. Tune in to learn more!

    46 min

  4. JAN 14

    How to Succeed as an Influencer and Entrepreneur in China — with Thomas Derksen

    In this episode, we welcome Thomas 阿福 Derksen, one of the best-known German creators in China, to reflect on his journey from influencer to media entrepreneur. We talk about finding a niche, staying authentic even when everyone has an opinion, why consistency matters more than anything, and what motivated Thomas to launch his new venture Asiabits. We also discuss how learning by doing, constantly failing and trying again forms the basis of success in the media industry, and why being on the ground matters when trying to understand innovation coming out of China. Links: European Guanxi: https://www.europeanguanxi.com/Asiabits: https://asiabits.com/en/ Thomas Derksen: https://www.thomas-derksen.com/🎧 New episodes of the European Guanxi Podcast every week. Subscribe for more conversations on EU–China relations, politics, business, and society.

    43 min

  5. JAN 2

    EU–China Technology Rivalry: The Nexperia Case — with Sebastian Contin Trillo-Figueroa

    European tech sovereignty and industrial policy are under growing pressure amid intensifying EU-China competition. In this episode of the European Guanxi Podcast, we welcome Sebastian Contin Trillo-Figueroa, geopolitics strategist and EU-China consultant. Through the Nexperia case, this discussion examines how foreign ownership, technology, and national security are increasingly debated in Europe. The episode explores the EU’s strategic autonomy and industrial vulnerabilities, with particular attention to its dependence on rare earths and recent efforts to diversify supply chains with the Critical Raw Materials Act. Framed by intensifying U.S.–China semiconductor rivalry, this episode reveals the challenges Europe faces in defining its technology policy.

    49 min

  6. 12/14/2025

    USAID: Will China Step into the Vacuum ? With Dr. Austin Strange

    In this episode, we speak with Dr. Austin Strange about the shifting landscape of global development aid following the Trump administration’s executive order pausing USAID for review. The conversation explores why Chinese development aid has become a central feature of global development finance, which countries it targets, and how it supports Beijing’s broader soft-power strategy. We also discuss recent adjustments in China’s aid approach, the implications for countries with deep historical ties to U.S. assistance—such as Laos—and how the suspension of USAID programs affects America’s global reputation and influence.

    39 min

  7. 12/09/2025

    David Lubin on RMB Internationalization and Global Finance

    In this episode, we speak with David Lubin, Michael Klein Senior Research Fellow at Chatham House, about how China manages capital flows, why it maintains capital controls, and what the consequences of a liberalization of China’s capital markets would be. We look at China’s current account surplus, the challenges of RMB internationalization, and the lessons we can draw from history—including the recycling of petrodollars and the developing-country debt crises of the 1980s and 1990s—to better understand today’s global challenges.

    46 min

  8. 12/01/2025

    Introducing the China Knowledge Network: Building China Awareness within European Governments

    This episode kicks off our new collaboration series with the Dutch China Knowledge Network (CKN) – a unique platform created to connect China experts and policymakers, and to strengthen understanding of China within the Dutch government and beyond. Funded by the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs and managed jointly with leading think tanks such as the Clingendael Institute and the LeidenAsiaCentre, CKN brings together academia, policy experts, and researchers ! We dive into CKN’s mission and how it helps: - Broaden the perspective on Dutch–EU–China relations, - Bridge the gap between the Dutch government and the Dutch China expert community, - Build awareness on China by informing and increasing knowledge within European policy circles. Our guests Mark Moquette and Simon van Oortmerssen from CKN explain how the network works in practice and what the EU can learn from this approach. Hosted by Imogen Parsley, Vice-Head of the European Guanxi Podcast. To learn more about CKN, go to https://www.chinakennisnetwerk.nl/

    42 min
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The European Guanxi Podcast explores current affairs underpinning EU-China Relations. It includes interviews with experts on EU- China Foreign Policy and beyond, offering listeners critical insights into the challenges and opportunities that characterize EU-China dialogue. It also provides a platform for the discussion of youth perspectives and experiences on EU-China Relations.

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  • Creator
    European Guanxi
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    41
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © European Guanxi
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