China’s upcoming five-year plan is more than a domestic blueprint — it’s a global signal. From technological self-reliance and economic resilience to tightening governance, the plan outlines China’s vision for the future in a rapidly shifting world. Join Alexander Davey and Katja Drinhausen from the Mercator Institute for China Studies (MERICS) for an online talk as they unpack the political priorities, […]
The COP 30 in Belem (Brazil) is already here. And we are eager to know more about China’s role in it. Belinda Schaepe and Lauri Myllyvirta, two top analysts on climate and Chinese decarbonization policies from the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA), will provide some deep insights on Beijing's plans for […]
Embassy of Poland
1 Ritan Rd, Beijing, Chaoyang Park, China
Join us for an exclusive networking event of the kind you’ll only get here: Diplomats from all 27 EU countries have been invited for an informal mixer with the FCCC Correspondent members. Rub shoulders, build your network, and exchange views on events in China and the geopolitical moment! Fourth Plenum and other topics of interest […]
The coming months represent a(nother) decisive period for the Europe-China relationship, with a cluster of senior visits - including the French President very recently, and the German Chancellor and British Prime Minister in early 2026. Alongside a flurry of new EU policy moves on China, and as Europe looks to navigate a(nother) China Shock to […]
With the US administration’s desire to ensure the « Western Hemisphere » is politically on its side and recent military action to remove Nicolas Maduro, Latin America is at the center of the rivalry between the United States and China. But Washington may find out Beijing already has displaced it in many aspects of the […]
Join us for a timely virtual discussion with Chad Sbragia, former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for China, as he unpacks contemporary U.S.–China defense relations. Drawing on firsthand experience in China and the Pentagon, Chad will explore the prospects of bilateral defense relations in the context of the broader strategic relationship, military modernization, crisis risks, […]
Join us for a compelling talk with Dr. Minxin Pei, a distinguished scholar of Chinese politics, as he presents his latest book, "The Broken China Dream: How Reform Revived Totalitarianism." Dr. Pei will delve into his provocative argument that China's reform efforts, rather than fostering democracy, inadvertently set the stage for a resurgence of totalitarianism […]
Embassy of Poland
1 Ritan Rd, Beijing, Chaoyang Park, China
Join us for an exclusive networking event of the kind you’ll only get here: Diplomats from all 27 EU countries have been invited for an informal mixer with the FCCC Correspondent members. Rub shoulders, build your network, and exchange views on events in China and the geopolitical moment! XV Five-Year Plan, incoming Trump’s visit and […]
SUSU (Longfusi)
38 Qianliang Hutong, Dongcheng, Beijing, China
Join the FCCC for a vibrant Spring Party on April 18 at 12:00 PM! We’ll be gathering at Susu Longfusi for a delicious Vietnamese buffet lunch, complete with free-flow soft drinks, beer, and wine. The entire second floor will be reserved exclusively for our group, creating the perfect setting to relax, connect, and celebrate the […]
Drawing on Chinese policy experts and academic sources, this talk challenges the narrative of the PRC’s energy vulnerability. It argues that diversification of supply routes, strategic reserves, and expanding domestic and renewable energy capacity have reduced reliance on maritime chokepoints, enabling Beijing to withstand external disruptions and sustain long-term energy security. About the Speaker: Daniel […]
Just a few days before U.S. President Donald Trump likely lands in Beijing, Jon A. Czin will share his analysis of the stakes surrounding this highly anticipated visit. Drawing on his extensive experience at the CIA and the US National Security Council, he will dissect China’s approach to this U.S. administration, Washington’s expectations, and the […]
Our Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be on May 21 at 6:00 PM at an embassy in the Dongzhimen area. This is our most important meeting of the year. We will reflect on the past year and, most importantly, elect our next board. For correspondent members who wish to participate virtually, the meeting will also […]
