ASPO 27A12 - The G-3 : Navigating EU-US-China relations

This course will address the state of relations between the three world superpowers which are the European Union (EU), the United States of America (USA) and the People's Republic of China (PRC). The course addresses the subject of these triangular, complicated, relations by developing: firstly, China-US relations, secondly, EU-China relations and, finally, EU-US relations. Each of these parts begins with a historical reminder and then explores the reset of these relations today. A large session of the course is also devoted to cross-cutting issues within this G-3 such as, for example, climate change, trade policy, digital technology, soft power, human rights, defense strategy, etc. This course wishes to adopt new perspectives to the understanding of the G-3 dynamics. A “decentered” perspective from each superpower's points of view – be it Brussels, Washington or Beijing- will be adopted.

Stéphanie BALME,Paul LOUÉDIN,Anton KARPPANEN

Cours magistral seul

English

Autumn and Spring 2021-2022

Two essay-type exams are scheduled for the semester, a midterm exam (40%) and a final exam (60%). The modalities will be detailed during the first session of the course.

The class will generally proceed as follows: a) summary of the previous course (10 min approximately); b) lecture (1h20); c) upon occasion, discussion on a specific topic or readings (20 min). It is highly recommended to do the weekly readings indicated on the syllabus. These are available on a dedicated drive.