EUSEAR
@eusear.bsky.social
Funded by the EU NextGenerationEU through the Recovery and Resilience Plan for Slovakia under project No. 09I03-03-V04-00462 EU- and Slovakia-funded project “European-Southeast Asia Relations: Their Current State and Future Prospect” (EUSEAR). - A. Gerstl
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How can Europe address economic #security challenges in the #Indo-Pacific?
The 2nd #EUVIP Dissemination Workshop takes place on 5 November at the Royal Higher Institute for Defence (RHID) in Brussels 📍
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The 2nd #EUVIP Dissemination Workshop takes place on 5 November at the Royal Higher Institute for Defence (RHID) in Brussels 📍
www.euvip-project.com/podrobnosti-...
European economic security challenges in the Indo-Pacific Region | Euvip
2nd EUVIP Dissemination Workshop
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October 28, 2025 at 1:17 PM
How can Europe address economic #security challenges in the #Indo-Pacific?
The 2nd #EUVIP Dissemination Workshop takes place on 5 November at the Royal Higher Institute for Defence (RHID) in Brussels 📍
www.euvip-project.com/podrobnosti-...
The 2nd #EUVIP Dissemination Workshop takes place on 5 November at the Royal Higher Institute for Defence (RHID) in Brussels 📍
www.euvip-project.com/podrobnosti-...
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The 2nd #EUVIP Dissemination workshop has just opened with a panel discussion exploring #trade 💼, #digital collaboration 💻, and efforts to uphold a #rules-based international #order ⚖️ amid global competition.
Hosted by the Royal Higher Institute for Defence in Brussels #RHID
Hosted by the Royal Higher Institute for Defence in Brussels #RHID
November 5, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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In Brussels, EUVIP Head Alfred Gerstl and member David Broul held a high-level meeting at the European External Action Service to discuss #EU relations with Indo-Pacific partners, notably Southeast Asia and India, & the Global Gateway Initiative. We also shared with them our policy recommendations 🌏
November 8, 2025 at 8:23 AM
In Brussels, EUVIP Head Alfred Gerstl and member David Broul held a high-level meeting at the European External Action Service to discuss #EU relations with Indo-Pacific partners, notably Southeast Asia and India, & the Global Gateway Initiative. We also shared with them our policy recommendations 🌏
#Trump attending the 47th #ASEAN Summit is a diplomatic success for #ASEAN, even more as he emphasized that he is "committed to a free and open and thriving #IndoPacific". However, it remains to be seen if he is more committed to ASEAN than during his first term. @ceias-eu.bsky.social
October 26, 2025 at 6:22 PM
#Trump attending the 47th #ASEAN Summit is a diplomatic success for #ASEAN, even more as he emphasized that he is "committed to a free and open and thriving #IndoPacific". However, it remains to be seen if he is more committed to ASEAN than during his first term. @ceias-eu.bsky.social
#Russia and #China’s expedient alignment poses strategic challenges to the rules-based order in #SoutheastAsia, notably for #Myanmar, #Philippines, #Vietnam, #ASEAN. An analysis of J. Yu-Wen Chen, M. Taylor, K. Kironska, and Alfred Gerstl (head of EUSEAR) - link.springer.com/article/10.1...
The challenges of Sino-Russian alignment to the liberal international order in Southeast Asia - Asia Europe Journal
This paper explores the challenges of Sino-Russian alignment to liberal international order (LIO) in the Indo-Pacific, with a focus on Southeast Asia. Rather than being based upon common interests or values, the alignment between Russian and Chinese interests is pragmatic and expedient in the context of contemporary international affairs. China is traditionally an important player in Southeast Asia, while Russia lacks significant strategic presence and influence in this region despite pursuing a range of energy and economic interests, for example, Russia remains Southeast Asia’s leading arms supplier. Russia’s calculus in the Indo-Pacific, and particularly in Southeast Asia is neither bound nor framed by Sino-Russian relations. However, due to the emergence of strategic competition as the defining feature of contemporary international order, Russia and China’s expedient alignment could pose challenges to the LIO in Southeast Asia. To investigate these challenges, this paper provides an overview of China and Russia’s respective relationship with Southeast Asian countries, using the cases of Vietnam, the Philippines, Myanmar, and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). Through the responses of these countries and ASEAN to the South China Sea dispute and the Russia-Ukraine War, the complex implications of Sino-Russian alignment for the LIO in Southeast Asia will be revealed and discussed.
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September 23, 2025 at 6:21 PM
#Russia and #China’s expedient alignment poses strategic challenges to the rules-based order in #SoutheastAsia, notably for #Myanmar, #Philippines, #Vietnam, #ASEAN. An analysis of J. Yu-Wen Chen, M. Taylor, K. Kironska, and Alfred Gerstl (head of EUSEAR) - link.springer.com/article/10.1...
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New course at Palacký University Olomouc, taught by #EUVIP team members Alfred Gerstl, Renata Westlake and Federica Cidale 👇
The #Philippines Today (for BA & MA students) offers an intro to the country’s history, politics, economics, culture, language and society 📚
The #Philippines Today (for BA & MA students) offers an intro to the country’s history, politics, economics, culture, language and society 📚
September 5, 2025 at 9:12 AM
New course at Palacký University Olomouc, taught by #EUVIP team members Alfred Gerstl, Renata Westlake and Federica Cidale 👇
The #Philippines Today (for BA & MA students) offers an intro to the country’s history, politics, economics, culture, language and society 📚
The #Philippines Today (for BA & MA students) offers an intro to the country’s history, politics, economics, culture, language and society 📚
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In her speech, Theresa Fallon examined the EU’s role in the Indo-Pacific, calling for greater engagement to counter #China and noting India’s rising importance.
September 9, 2025 at 11:36 AM
In her speech, Theresa Fallon examined the EU’s role in the Indo-Pacific, calling for greater engagement to counter #China and noting India’s rising importance.
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In her speech, Julie Yu-Wen Chen, an @euvip.bsky.social member, mentions how Taiwan, often sidelined in international discussions, needs visibility without distraction.
Nordic & Baltic democracies offer a model in defending shared values & countering challenges from China/Russia in grey-zone areas
Nordic & Baltic democracies offer a model in defending shared values & countering challenges from China/Russia in grey-zone areas
September 9, 2025 at 12:03 PM
In her speech, Julie Yu-Wen Chen, an @euvip.bsky.social member, mentions how Taiwan, often sidelined in international discussions, needs visibility without distraction.
Nordic & Baltic democracies offer a model in defending shared values & countering challenges from China/Russia in grey-zone areas
Nordic & Baltic democracies offer a model in defending shared values & countering challenges from China/Russia in grey-zone areas
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The 3rd speech, by Paul O’Shea, warned that the US–Japan alliance is being eroded under Trump’s 2nd term.
He highlighted the rise of Sanseito, echoing Trump with “Japan First,” nuclear ambitions & foreign policy independence, as a challenge too important to ignore.
He highlighted the rise of Sanseito, echoing Trump with “Japan First,” nuclear ambitions & foreign policy independence, as a challenge too important to ignore.
September 9, 2025 at 12:03 PM
The 3rd speech, by Paul O’Shea, warned that the US–Japan alliance is being eroded under Trump’s 2nd term.
He highlighted the rise of Sanseito, echoing Trump with “Japan First,” nuclear ambitions & foreign policy independence, as a challenge too important to ignore.
He highlighted the rise of Sanseito, echoing Trump with “Japan First,” nuclear ambitions & foreign policy independence, as a challenge too important to ignore.
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Theresa Fallon discussed power hedging & balancing, Russia & China’s growing influence, and the critical role of undersea cables, highlighting how global dynamics shift as two major powers challenge US unipolarity.
September 10, 2025 at 11:33 AM
Theresa Fallon discussed power hedging & balancing, Russia & China’s growing influence, and the critical role of undersea cables, highlighting how global dynamics shift as two major powers challenge US unipolarity.
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The EUVIP dissemination workshop with ICDS kicked off in Tallinn, Estonia.
In the Indo-Pacific, the EU faces increasing pressure. @euvip.bsky.social head Alfred highlighted the need for more military commitment, listening to the region & deeper ties with like-minded partners.
In the Indo-Pacific, the EU faces increasing pressure. @euvip.bsky.social head Alfred highlighted the need for more military commitment, listening to the region & deeper ties with like-minded partners.
September 10, 2025 at 11:33 AM
The EUVIP dissemination workshop with ICDS kicked off in Tallinn, Estonia.
In the Indo-Pacific, the EU faces increasing pressure. @euvip.bsky.social head Alfred highlighted the need for more military commitment, listening to the region & deeper ties with like-minded partners.
In the Indo-Pacific, the EU faces increasing pressure. @euvip.bsky.social head Alfred highlighted the need for more military commitment, listening to the region & deeper ties with like-minded partners.
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Monique Taylor, in her speech, focused on AUKUS turbulence: US political uncertainty & resource debates.
She highlighted how quickly commitments shift, showing the EU the risks of relying on the US and the need for stronger European security partnerships.
She highlighted how quickly commitments shift, showing the EU the risks of relying on the US and the need for stronger European security partnerships.
September 10, 2025 at 11:38 AM
Monique Taylor, in her speech, focused on AUKUS turbulence: US political uncertainty & resource debates.
She highlighted how quickly commitments shift, showing the EU the risks of relying on the US and the need for stronger European security partnerships.
She highlighted how quickly commitments shift, showing the EU the risks of relying on the US and the need for stronger European security partnerships.
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Paul O’Shea delivered insights on Japan’s shifting politics & waning pacifism, highlighting generational change, fears of US abandonment, and the erosion of the rules-based order shared by both Japan & the EU.
September 10, 2025 at 11:38 AM
Paul O’Shea delivered insights on Japan’s shifting politics & waning pacifism, highlighting generational change, fears of US abandonment, and the erosion of the rules-based order shared by both Japan & the EU.
Eine treffende Analyse der engen, aber doch belasteten Beziehungen zwischen #Vietnam und #China von Lisa-Marie Rolly in campus a. Fein, dass ich mit einigen Zitaten beitragen durfte. campus-a.at/2025/08/28/v... @ceias-eu.bsky.social @euvip.bsky.social
Vietnam und China: Zwischen Freundschaft und Konflikt | campus a
Kaum ein Nachbarschaftsverhältnis in Asien ist so widersprüchlich wie jenes zwischen China und Vietnam. Trotz kultureller Verflechtungen und diplomatischer...
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August 28, 2025 at 10:40 AM
Eine treffende Analyse der engen, aber doch belasteten Beziehungen zwischen #Vietnam und #China von Lisa-Marie Rolly in campus a. Fein, dass ich mit einigen Zitaten beitragen durfte. campus-a.at/2025/08/28/v... @ceias-eu.bsky.social @euvip.bsky.social
#Japan steht vor großen Herausforderungen, teils sind sie geopolitisch verursacht, teils hausgemacht. Doch der gesellschaftliche Konsens, mutige Reformen anzugehen, bröckelt. Mein Kommentar der anderen im Standard. www.derstandard.at/story/300000...
Gebeuteltes Japan sucht den Neuanfang
Die Einkommen stagnieren, die Verschuldung ist hoch – und dann ist da noch die Vergreisung der Gesellschaft. Die neuen geopolitischen Herausforderungen machen es auch nicht leichter. Das Land steckt i...
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August 8, 2025 at 8:58 AM
#Japan steht vor großen Herausforderungen, teils sind sie geopolitisch verursacht, teils hausgemacht. Doch der gesellschaftliche Konsens, mutige Reformen anzugehen, bröckelt. Mein Kommentar der anderen im Standard. www.derstandard.at/story/300000...
The #trade deals of #Vietnam, #Philippines, and #Indonesia with the #US won't have a big impact on #Europe. However, some #EU companies may reconsider relocating their production base to #SoutheastAsia due to the US tariffs on these countries. dw.com/en/will-eu-l...
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Will EU lose out as SE Asia strikes trade deals with US? – DW – 07/28/2025
New trade deals between the US and key Southeast Asian economies are reshaping global commerce. While the EU could lose market share, it's also possible that these agreements end up bolstering Brussel...
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July 28, 2025 at 3:33 PM
The #trade deals of #Vietnam, #Philippines, and #Indonesia with the #US won't have a big impact on #Europe. However, some #EU companies may reconsider relocating their production base to #SoutheastAsia due to the US tariffs on these countries. dw.com/en/will-eu-l...
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Die zahlreichen bilateralen Treffen, etwa #Rubios mit #Wang und #Lawrow am Rande des ASEAN-Außenministertreffens in #Malaysia unterstreichen, dass #ASEAN nach wie vor eine wichtige Plattform für die internationale Politik bietet www.diepresse.com/19889986/mar...
Marco Rubio und Wang Yi: Treffen der Rivalen aus USA und China auf...
Das Gipfeltreffen des südostasiatischen Staatenverbundes ist zu einer wichtigen Plattform für politischen Austausch geworden. Der US-Außenminister und sein chinesischer Konterpart buhlen um Einfluss.
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July 17, 2025 at 8:33 PM
Palacky University (UP) Olomouc will establish academic courses in #Philippine Studies from winter term 2025 on. One course is on Modern #History, #Politics, #Culture, and #Society, convened by Alfred Gerstl. Funded by the Philippine senate, Amb. Menez and UP representatives signed the agreement.
June 24, 2025 at 7:22 AM
Palacky University (UP) Olomouc will establish academic courses in #Philippine Studies from winter term 2025 on. One course is on Modern #History, #Politics, #Culture, and #Society, convened by Alfred Gerstl. Funded by the Philippine senate, Amb. Menez and UP representatives signed the agreement.
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🌏 Today marks the start of @euvip.bsky.social's summer school on Taiwan!
We kicked off with two interesting lectures:
🇨🇳 Prof. Svensson on China's role in Southeast Asia
🌊 Prof. Edelmayer on Insular Studies & ethnic minorities in the Indo-Pacific
A fascinating beginning to a promising week!
We kicked off with two interesting lectures:
🇨🇳 Prof. Svensson on China's role in Southeast Asia
🌊 Prof. Edelmayer on Insular Studies & ethnic minorities in the Indo-Pacific
A fascinating beginning to a promising week!
June 16, 2025 at 12:55 PM
🌏 Today marks the start of @euvip.bsky.social's summer school on Taiwan!
We kicked off with two interesting lectures:
🇨🇳 Prof. Svensson on China's role in Southeast Asia
🌊 Prof. Edelmayer on Insular Studies & ethnic minorities in the Indo-Pacific
A fascinating beginning to a promising week!
We kicked off with two interesting lectures:
🇨🇳 Prof. Svensson on China's role in Southeast Asia
🌊 Prof. Edelmayer on Insular Studies & ethnic minorities in the Indo-Pacific
A fascinating beginning to a promising week!
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Day 2 of @euvip.bsky.social's summer school featured another round of insightful sessions:
📚 Petr Janda explored the Austronesian roots of Taiwan
🌏 Rosalie Chen introduced basics about Taiwan’s & cross-strait relations
📝 Elizabeth Allyn Woock shared tips on writing impactful op-eds & articles
📚 Petr Janda explored the Austronesian roots of Taiwan
🌏 Rosalie Chen introduced basics about Taiwan’s & cross-strait relations
📝 Elizabeth Allyn Woock shared tips on writing impactful op-eds & articles
June 17, 2025 at 2:06 PM
Day 2 of @euvip.bsky.social's summer school featured another round of insightful sessions:
📚 Petr Janda explored the Austronesian roots of Taiwan
🌏 Rosalie Chen introduced basics about Taiwan’s & cross-strait relations
📝 Elizabeth Allyn Woock shared tips on writing impactful op-eds & articles
📚 Petr Janda explored the Austronesian roots of Taiwan
🌏 Rosalie Chen introduced basics about Taiwan’s & cross-strait relations
📝 Elizabeth Allyn Woock shared tips on writing impactful op-eds & articles
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SIMULATION DAY with my wonderful colleague Alfred Gerstl
at @univie.ac.at "In 1999, a summit was convened by Asian countries to address the issue of crimes committed against women during World War II across both Southeast and Northeast Asia..." Looking forward to a really great scenario day!
at @univie.ac.at "In 1999, a summit was convened by Asian countries to address the issue of crimes committed against women during World War II across both Southeast and Northeast Asia..." Looking forward to a really great scenario day!
June 14, 2025 at 8:23 AM
SIMULATION DAY with my wonderful colleague Alfred Gerstl
at @univie.ac.at "In 1999, a summit was convened by Asian countries to address the issue of crimes committed against women during World War II across both Southeast and Northeast Asia..." Looking forward to a really great scenario day!
at @univie.ac.at "In 1999, a summit was convened by Asian countries to address the issue of crimes committed against women during World War II across both Southeast and Northeast Asia..." Looking forward to a really great scenario day!
#EUSEAR head Alfred Gerstl shared preliminary project findings in the panel discussion “The #Malaysia-#Austria and #ASEAN-#EU Nexus“ at Diplomatic Academy Vienna on #European-#SoutheastAsian relations. Event partners: the Academy, the Malaysian embassy,
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The Malaysia–Austria and ASEAN–EU Nexus in Advancing Effective Multilateralism
YouTube video by Diplomatische Akademie Wien
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June 12, 2025 at 6:51 AM
#EUSEAR head Alfred Gerstl shared preliminary project findings in the panel discussion “The #Malaysia-#Austria and #ASEAN-#EU Nexus“ at Diplomatic Academy Vienna on #European-#SoutheastAsian relations. Event partners: the Academy, the Malaysian embassy,
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- youtu.be/eyOpGfIprdQ
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- youtu.be/eyOpGfIprdQ
The first #EUVIP dissemination workshop was held at Nihon University in Tokyo. About 80 students attended. Thomas Gnocchi @euinjapan.bsky.social presented #EU’s strategies towards #IndoPacific, Stephan Heisler the #Austrian position and Sho Haneda (Nihon Uni) the #Japanese view @euvip.bsky.social
May 28, 2025 at 12:56 AM
The first #EUVIP dissemination workshop was held at Nihon University in Tokyo. About 80 students attended. Thomas Gnocchi @euinjapan.bsky.social presented #EU’s strategies towards #IndoPacific, Stephan Heisler the #Austrian position and Sho Haneda (Nihon Uni) the #Japanese view @euvip.bsky.social
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Today marks 1 year since the launch of the #MyanmarStudies Center! 🎉 Since May 15, 2024, #MSC at Palacký University has grown into a vibrant hub for research, events & collaboration, deepening interdisciplinary insight into #Myanmar.
Here's what we've been up to 👇
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Here's what we've been up to 👇
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Myanmar Studies Center: Reflections on Our First Year
Kristina Kironska & Federica Cidale
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May 15, 2025 at 2:50 PM
Today marks 1 year since the launch of the #MyanmarStudies Center! 🎉 Since May 15, 2024, #MSC at Palacký University has grown into a vibrant hub for research, events & collaboration, deepening interdisciplinary insight into #Myanmar.
Here's what we've been up to 👇
msc.upol.cz/nc/en/news/c...
Here's what we've been up to 👇
msc.upol.cz/nc/en/news/c...