China has become a pivotal actor in the Global South, reshaping the economic and development landscape. Its unique approach raises questions about the short- and long-term implications for economic development. This workshop explores the causes and consequences of China’s economic engagement in the Global South, with a focus on its role in transforming economies, influencing global governance, and shaping development pathways. We aim to bring together scholars investigating the diverse impacts of these engagements.
The workshop is jointly organized by the Asia Global Institute at Hong Kong University, the Kiel Institute China Initiative, and the Center for Modern East Asian Studies at the University of Göttingen. It will take place on Friday, 28 March 2025 at the University of Hong Kong. We invite submissions on topics such as:
- The economic, social, and environmental impact of Chinese trade and investments in the Global South
- The role of Chinese investments in shaping trade networks with the Global South
- Chinese lending and debt relief
- Effects of Chinese immigration
- Geopolitical dimensions of China’s economic engagement
- Comparative perspectives of European and Chinese engagement in the Global South
- Implications for multilateralism and global economic governance
Authors of accepted papers will be notified by the end of February. For presenting authors, we will book and cover two nights at a hotel. Please indicate when submitting whether you require your travel expenses to be covered (economy class; maximum of 500 US$ within Asia and 1,800 US$ for intercontinental trips). We look forward to your submissions and to engaging discussions on China’s role in the Global South.
Proposed papers can be submitted here. For additional information, contact Antoine Boucher (antoine.boucher[at]uni-goettingen.de).
- 15/02/2025
- 28/03/2025