Zwischen China und USA – das europäische Ringen um eine Chinapolitik

Abstract

Donald Trump’s presidency has substantially undermined the transatlantic partnership, leading to an erosion of trust by many Europeans. These concerns have led to a debate in the European Union (EU) about its role in the world and its position in the great power conflict between the US and China. This debate mainly revolves around two different positions: the first advocates for an independent European China policy and a balanced relationship between Europe and the US and China. The second seeks a close partnership between the US and the EU to confront China jointly. This article argues that the EU should seek a common transatlantic China policy with the Biden administration, because China represents a fundamental challenge to the EU’s interests and values.