Publications

Research output from the ChinaMed Project is meant to both advance scientific knowledge through academic publications, as well as to generate data-informed awareness for the benefit of the interested public.
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The ChinaMed Project's most recent academic contributions include special issues of Middle East Policy (The Persian Gulf and the US-China Rivalry), Mediterranean Quarterly ("A Sea of Opportunities: China′s Growing Presence in the Mediterranean Region"), and China & World Economy ("Eurasian Perspectives on China's Belt and Road Initiative").
ChinaMed's signature open-access publication is the ChinaMed Observer, regularly published analyses on media trends in both China and the wider Mediterranean region, exploring expert perspectives from China, the Middle East, North Africa, and Southern Europe on significant events in Sino-Mediterranean relations.

Effetto Trump? L’avvicinamento Cina-Ue tra retorica e realtà

In questa puntata del podcast "Eurofocus" di Adnkronos, il direttore di ChinaMed, Prof. Enrico Fardella, analizza come Pechino sia strutturalmente dipendente dall'export e come la sua crescita sia alimentata dal debito. L'Europa rischia di affrontare un secondo "China shock" e si trova divisa tra dichiarazioni di apertura e misure di difesa commerciale.

China’s KJ-500 radar aircraft overseas for first time in joint drill with Egypt

In reporting for South China Morning Post, Enoch Wong cites Andrea Ghiselli, Head of Research at ChinaMed, regarding the growing military ties between China and Egypt, in particular on the issue of joint military exercises and arms sales.

China in the Shadow of October 7: Israeli Media Coverage of China in 2024

By Amanda Chen and Leonardo Bruni | Edited by Enrico Fardella

In this ChinaMed report, Amanda Chen and Leonardo Bruni examine the prevailing trends in Israeli media coverage of China in 2024, highlighting the deepening disillusionment among Israeli experts. Initially triggered by Beijing’s perceived “pro-Palestinian” stance following the October 7 attack, this sentiment has intensified throughout the war in Gaza. Beijing's rhetoric regarding the conflict, its support for Palestinian statehood and ties with Iran, has led Israeli media to portray China as part of an emerging “Axis of Evil.” Concerns over Chinese weapon proliferation, technological security risks, and potential economic boycotts have further reinforced this narrative.

Blowback: When China’s Belt and Road Initiative Meets Democratic Institutions

Andrea Ghiselli and Pippa Morgan

In this article for International Studies Quarterly, Prof. Andrea Ghiselli (Head of Research at ChinaMed; University of Exeter) and Prof. Pippa Morgan (Duke Kunshan University) explore the relationship between infrastructure contracts awarded to Chinese firms and democratic institutions in host states.

February 19, 2025

Transatlantic tensions: How does China view deepening US-Europe rift?

In an analysis for Anadolu Agency, Rabia Ali cites Andrea Ghiselli, Head of Research at ChinaMed, on how China may attempt to leverage tensions between the U.S. and Europe.

February 19, 2025

Cradle of modern Turkish diplomacy in China: Chongqing City

Ahmet Faruk Işık

In an opinion piece for Daily Sabah, ChinaMed Research Fellow Ahmet Faruk Işik examines the historical significance of Chongqing in Sino-Turkish diplomatic relations, particularly during the relocation of the Turkish embassy to the city in 1939 amid the height of the Second Sino-Japanese War.

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Published with the support of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation pursuant to art. 23-bis of Presidential Decree 18/1967. The views expressed in this publication are solely those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation.

Published with the support of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation pursuant to art. 23-bis of Presidential Decree 18/1967. The views expressed in this publication are solely those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation.

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