The Power of Siberia 2 gas pipeline strengthens the energy alliance between Russia and China, challenging US control and diversifying exports and supplies, increasing weakness due to dependence on gas imports with mutual interest in existing infrastructure improving the economic bond.
Policymakers must understand the relevance of China in U.S. drug supply chains, with a focus on diversifying supplies, reducing dependence on Chinese chemicals, and addressing drug shortages, especially in generics. China has a significant stake in drug inputs, but not as much in active pharmaceutical ingredients.
The dominant countries in AI, such as the United States and China, generate geopolitical and economic tensions. The European Union seeks to develop its own sovereign AI to reduce its technological dependence and foster innovation based on democratic values.
Europe is in the midst of the competition between the US and China. The EU shares concerns with the US about China’s support for Russia and its trade practices, but economic dependence and diversity of opinions complicate political alignment. The US cannot expect direct military assistance, but rather economic and security cooperation. Both must unify efforts to reform global norms and face the economic challenge.
The Euro-Atlantic and Indo-Pacific regions are interconnected in terms of security. Germany focuses on the threat from Russia to Ukraine and the conflict in the Indo-Pacific. China and North Korea back Russia. Europe watches with unease the cooperation between China, Russia, and North Korea in the face of a possible conflict in Taiwan. The use of hybrid tactics and cyberattacks is also a concern. France seeks strategic autonomy in the Indo-Pacific, while the UK and Poland see China as the main systemic rival.
