1. The Good, the Bad and the Ugly: Chinese influence in the Western Balkans
- Author:
- Alexandr Lagazzi and Michal Vít
- Publication Date:
- 10-2017
- Content Type:
- Working Paper
- Institution:
- Europeum Institute for European Policy
- Abstract:
- With the past export-led economic growth that has gradually become a tool of Chinese soft power, China showcased globally a powerful and inviting policy of economic power in action, and investment-seeking countries (especially from the Western Balkans) are willing to show their eagerness towards Chinese loans and capital. On the reverse side, China presents itself as an equally eager investor, and can be counted on in all situations, including when Chinese investors picked up projects declined by the EU.
- Topic:
- International Trade and Finance
- Political Geography:
- Global Focus