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Relations (1)
cross_type 2.81 — strongly supporting 6 facts
Japan and ASEAN are linked as key strategic trade and diplomatic partners for the European Union, as evidenced by their shared inclusion in proposals to strengthen negotiating weight and hedge against systemic trade risks [1], [2], and [3]. Furthermore, both are identified as entities maintaining significant economic engagement with China [4] and are recommended targets for increased political cooperation with the EU [5], [6].
Facts (6)
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Strategic Rivalry between United States and China swp-berlin.org 5 facts
perspectiveThe European Union should increase diplomatic and political engagement in cooperation and free trade agreements with Japan, India, and ASEAN member states.
perspectiveThe European Union should cooperate with trade partners such as Japan, ASEAN, Australia, and Mercosur to strengthen negotiating weight and hedge against systemic risks.
perspectiveThe European Union should increase diplomatic and political cooperation with Japan, India, and ASEAN member states.
perspectiveThe European Union should strengthen its negotiating weight and hedge against systemic risks in world trade by investing in cooperation with trade partners such as Japan, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), Australia, and the Mercado Común del Sur (Mercosur).
perspectiveThe author argues the European Union should cooperate with partners like Japan, ASEAN, Australia, and Mercosur to strengthen negotiating weight and hedge against systemic trade risks.
Talking Points: US–China Competition and the International Order usali.org 1 fact
claimJapan, South Korea, ASEAN countries, Taiwan, and European countries maintain economic engagement with China because they view China as a significant opportunity in the digital and global economy.