In this article, we will be discussing European de-risking pathways with Janka Oertel, Director of the Asia Programme & Senior Policy Fellow at ECFR, and Alexander Lipke, Programme Coordinator of the Asia Programme at ECFR. This discussion will be chaired by Jana Puglierin, Head of ECFR Berlin & Senior Policy Fellow at ECFR.
With China’s strategic rivalry with the advanced industrial economies of the West, Europe is currently grappling with the need to re-evaluate its approach to crucial green technologies on which it heavily relies. Policymakers face a challenge in balancing economic, security, and climate concerns while considering the impact of de-risking policies on third countries.
The recent ECFR Policy Brief, “Trust and trade-offs: How to manage Europe’s green technology dependence on China,” highlights the difficult political choices and competing priorities involved in each de-risking decision. Join us for an informal discussion at our Berlin office with Janka Oertel and Alexander Lipke as they delve into the nuances of different de-risking approaches over coffee and croissants. We will specifically focus on how these approaches affect climate priorities and their implications for third countries.
The central question of our conversation will be whether Chinese companies can be trusted to lead Europe’s green transition. To attend this in-person event, please register by sending an email to [email protected]. Registration is required for attendance.
