Category: counter-sanctions

Chinese Investment in Europe Hits a 10-Year Low While Bilateral Relations Sour: Report

Researchers found that China’s investment in the 27 EU member states and the United Kingdom tumbled to a decade-low in 2020, and the downward trend could continue this year due to the climbing bilateral defense and “souring political relationship.” The key findings were released earlier this week by research provider Rhodium Group and Mercator Center…


China’s New Counter-Sanctions Risk Spiralling Into Economic Decoupling

Commentary China just enacted a broad extraterritorial law against anyone who aids in sanctions against China, including Chinese nationals and China’s “private” companies. China’s new counter-sanctions, announced June 11, include the ability to seek compensation from foreign companies doing business in China. They are leveled at “discrimination” against Chinese nationals, and could apply against “organizations,”…