Understanding the Belt and Road Initiative in EU-China relations

Jones, Catherine

doi:10.1080/07036337.2021.1985764

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“…The introduction of the 'Global Gateway' project by the EU is widely seen as a counter to the BRI. This initiative, a 300 billion euro plan for infrastructure investment, is aimed at supporting global supply chains, pursuing values including respect for law and transparent agreements, and ensuring some future-proofing of the projects undertaken in relation to climate change and building in resilience [12]. The EU's strategy oscillates between engagement and competition with China, influenced significantly by the diverse perspectives and interests of its member state [13].…”

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International Economic Cooperation and Geopolitical Changes under the Belt and Road Initiative

Zhang

2023

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This paper comprehensively analyzes how China's Belt and Road Initiative reshapes international economic cooperation and geopolitical patterns on a global scale. Initially, the paper introduces the background, objectives, and key components of the Belt and Road Initiative, elucidating its role in promoting transnational infrastructure development, enhancing trade connections, and fostering regional economic integration. Subsequently, the article meticulously examines the direct impacts of the initiative on the economic development of participating countries, including increased infrastructure investment, trade facilitation, and industrial upgrading. Further, the paper delves into how the Belt and Road Initiative influences the global economic landscape, particularly its effects in Asia, Africa, and Europe. This includes promoting regional economic integration through infrastructure construction and economic cooperation, as well as strengthening China's economic ties with participating countries. Simultaneously, the paper explores how such economic cooperation deepens political relationships between China and participating nations and the impact of these relationships on the international political framework. Finally, the paper analyzes the responses of other major powers, especially the United States and the European Union, to the Belt and Road Initiative and their geopolitical considerations. This encompasses the reasons for their support or opposition to the initiative, and how these powers respond to China's expanding influence through their policies and initiatives. The article concludes with a projection of the future trends and potential international impacts of the Belt and Road Initiative, particularly in the current international political and economic context.

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International Economic Cooperation and Geopolitical Changes under the Belt and Road Initiative

Zhang

2023

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“…Greece being a member of the EU, then the EU's view must be a key influencing factor in the development of the Belt and Road Initiative by China and Greece. In the case of China's cooperation with Greece on the Belt and Road Initiative, Greece's close relationship with Chinese financing and the concern this has caused other member states becomes a good point of leverage to seek more funding from the EU, and therefore there is a risk that China will try to exacerbate existing divisions within the EU (Jones, 2021). Any memorandum of understanding concluded between China and EU member states must be interpreted in accordance with EU law and the Common European Commercial Policy is controlled (Martínez San Millán, 2022).…”

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“…The BRI can enhance China's international image and reputation, allowing more countries to understand and recognize China's development and contributions, and enhancing China's voice and influence in international affairs. With the further development of the Piraeus port, Greece is rapidly catching up with the BRI and can be considered as China's "discourse follower" (Jones, 2021).…”

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“…In terms of the international political environment, as the international situation continues to change, Sino-Greek relations may be affected by certain factors, for example, Greece may be affected by questions and criticism from Western countries on the BRI. Also, Greece, as one of the EU member states, could be affected by common policies from the EU, its close relationship with Chinese financing and the concerns this has caused other member states (Jones, 2021).…”

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“…states. China's growing relationship with Greece could increase the concerns of other EU member states and become a good point of leverage to seek more funding from the EU(Jones, 2021). The EU therefore sees the potential for China to exacerbate existing divisions within the EU.…”

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Opportunities and challenges for the development of cooperation between China and Greece under the Belt and Road Initiative

Liu

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This independent study analyses the relationship between China and Greece, focusing on the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). It explores the historical and modern diplomatic, economic, and cultural ties between the two countries, as well as the objectives, scope, and current state of cooperation of the BRI. The paper also explores the EU's views and policy responses (e.g., The Global Gateway) to the China-Greece partnership and the BRI, including concerns about the project's potential impact on European unity and sovereignty. The study used a qualitative research approach, including analysis and summary of existing literature, official documents, plans, activity reports, and press reports. In addition, the study makes recommendations for the better development of Chinese BRI cooperation in Greece, while a more transparent and sustainable approach is needed. It also recommends that China works closely with the EU and Greece and that projects need to be aligned with European standards and regulations. Overall, this paper provides an in-depth analysis of China's relationship with Greece and its potential impact on the EU, making recommendations for China to strengthen its cooperation with Greece on BRI and to influence the economic and political landscape of the region.

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U.S.–China Relations in Donald Trump’s Administration: The Belt and Road Initiative and the Thucydides Trap

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2023

China’s Belt and Road Initiative and the Triangle Great Game of Contemporary International Politics

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Understanding the Belt and Road Initiative in EU-China relations

Cited by 4 publications

References 14 publications

International Economic Cooperation and Geopolitical Changes under the Belt and Road Initiative

International Economic Cooperation and Geopolitical Changes under the Belt and Road Initiative

Opportunities and challenges for the development of cooperation between China and Greece under the Belt and Road Initiative

U.S.–China Relations in Donald Trump’s Administration: The Belt and Road Initiative and the Thucydides Trap

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