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MERICS European China Talent Program 2026

The 2026 MERICS European China Talent Program (ECTP) is open for applications! Become one of approximately 15 European early career professionals and benefit from unique training and mentorship to deepen your understanding of China and its global impact. 

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Call for applications for MERICS European China Talent Program 2026
Trade and Investment
Meet our Experts
NisGrünberg

Nis Grünberg
Lead Analyst

State-party relations; elite politics; China’s sustainable development

Alexander Davey

Alexander Davey
Analyst

CCP political discourse and organization; party-state policymaking; social policy and development

Altynay Junusova

Altynay Junusova
Analyst

Space technology; quantum; critical minerals; dual-use technology

KatjaDrinhausen

Katja Drinhausen
Head of Program

China’s legal and governance system; social credit system; human rights

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping (from right to left) during a meeting ceremony in the Kremlin.
Russia-China

The China-Russia Dashboard

The China-Russia Dashboard monitors the economic, political, security, and societal dimensions of China-Russia relations and their changing quality over time. The results are presented in interactive graphics and analyses.

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As a member, you can rely on us to deepen your organization’s China expertise and to help you with the most critical strategic decisions concerning China. Members gain privileged access to research products and events as well as tailored oral and written briefings.

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