💬 In her latest commentary, @abachulska.bsky.social discusses Beijing's new source of soft power #Chinamaxxing. Read more here ⤵️ buff.ly/m4cDeLa @ecfr.eu

Together with AMO & @osweng.bsky.social, we held a roundtable discussion in Brussels this week. During the event, we presented the findings from three areas of our two-year project: 🧵

📱Stephanie Niedenhoff writes that recent developments in Russia point to a shift toward a more controlled, state-centric digital ecosystem with similarities to China's digital space. Read the full article 👉 chinaobservers.eu/the-chinese-...

Does Russia’s new app MAX herald the emergence of a digital Iron Curtain? In my latest commentary, I discuss digital developments in Russia in light of its close ties with China and explore what this means for Europe. Read more here: chinaobservers.eu/the-chinese-... @chinaobservers.eu

🌐 What's China’s influence playbook in Europe? In their latest policy brief, @abachulska.bsky.social, @ivanakaraskova.bsky.social & Konrad Szatters analyse the rising scale and intensity of Chinese interference in Europe’s information space. @ecfr.eu @chinaobservers.eu buff.ly/OSuUeQw

The EU should remain cautious as the situation in Madagascar develops, especially given that Randrianirina’s choice of prime minister is already causing some disagreement—but it also needs to stand by the Malagasy people, writes Daria Jankiel @ecfrafrica.bsky.social https://bit.ly/47oBEYt

Under Chinese leader Xi Jinping, China places security above all other policy implications. In their latest paper, @abachulska.bsky.social & @ivanakaraskova.bsky.social analyse the China-Russia nexus and European security. @ecfr.eu @chinaobservers.eu @amo.cz buff.ly/YaYpRoW

🏝️ Looking for a new book, podcast or TV series to enjoy this summer? Then look no further than ECFR's summer entertainment recommendations! 📖Stephanie Niedenhoff, Programme Assistant @ecfrasia.bsky.social recommends “Die Frauen von Belarus”, by Alice Bota. 🔗Click for more: https://bit.ly/3IqL6Ss

"A TikTok ban is a last resort, but the risks posed by disinformation, algorithmic manipulation and foreign surveillance are too great to ignore," writes @stephaniekn.bsky.social on the threats to Europe's digital ecosystem ⬇️ buff.ly/Vyca9Gl

A TikTok ban is a last resort, but the risks posed by disinformation, algorithmic manipulation and foreign surveillance are too great to ignore, writes Stephanie Niedenhoff, Programme Assistant @ecfrpower.bsky.social buff.ly/Vyca9Gl

Europe must act now to prevent the next war. The plan: 1️⃣ Strengthen Ukraine 2️⃣ Define a ceasefire framework 3️⃣ Commit 3%+ of GDP to defence 4️⃣ Build independent EU defence structures 5️⃣ Establish clear leadership in Europe 👇

Er war eine Leitfigur der FDP und einer der prägenden Politiker der Bundesrepublik: Jetzt ist der frühere Innenminister Gerhart Baum gestorben, er wurde 92 Jahre alt.

Eine aktuelle Umfrage des Instituts Allensbach in unserem Auftrag zeigt: #Desinformation und Verschwörungsmythen sind in der deutschen Bevölkerung weit verbreitet – insbesondere bei jungen Menschen und Nutzerinnen und Nutzern von TikTok. Was denkt ihr? www.freiheit.org/de/deutschla...

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🚨Exciting news! With @stiftungmercator.bsky.social's support, the @chinaobservers.bsky.social network of AMO, @osweng.bsky.social and @ecfr.bsky.social are launching a project to amplify #CEE perspectives on China in #EUpolicy. We call it the Future of the European China Debate! 🎉 #ChinaInEurope

I'm still grappling with what is unfolding in Seoul tonight, but I would agree with this assessment that this should likely be spelling the end to Yoon's presidency one way or another, the open question being the degree of violence between now and then.

We’re excited to see so many new followers on Bluesky! 🎉 Feel free to follow our excellent colleagues ⬇️ @jankaoertel.bsky.social @byfordt.bsky.social @abachulska.bsky.social @jamescrabtree.bsky.social @alexlipke.bsky.social

Ksenia Sobtschak, die einst vorgab, russische Oppositionelle zu sein, aber immer das Patenkind Putins blieb.