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China in 2026
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Experts on Trade and Investment

HuotariMikko

Mikko Huotari
Executive Director

China’s foreign policy; China-Europe relations; global (economic) governance and competition

Jacob Gunter

Jacob Gunter
Head of Program

China's political economy; Industrial policy; Innovation

Andreas Mischer

Andreas Mischer
Analyst

Foreign investment; industrial policy and Chinese automotive industry

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