China’s Responses After the Russian War of Aggression Against Ukraine

What is it about?

The article examines China's response to Russia's war against Ukraine, focusing on its stance towards the EU and its own population. It applies actor-centred institutionalism to assess China's institutional changes and political actions during the first six months of the war. It finds that China responded with soft discursive steering towards the EU, which failed, and hard steering towards its own population, which was partially successful.

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Why is it important?

The article is significant because it provides insights into China's diplomatic and domestic strategies in the context of a major international conflict, shedding light on how China navigates its relationship with a major political actor such as the European Union while managing domestic perceptions. Understanding China's responses in such a critical geopolitical event can contribute to the broader discourse on international relations, global political dynamics and the strategic positioning of major countries in times of crisis. It informs policymakers, scholars and the international community about the implications of China's actions for regional and global stability.

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