EIAS

EIAS activities include undertaking research studies, issuing and disseminating publications, organising (lunch) briefings, seminars and conferences.

The European Institute for Asian Studies is a Brussels-based Think Tank and Policy Research Centre, which aims to promote understanding between the European Union and Asia. EIAS seeks to provide information to policy-makers in European and other institutions, by bringing academic expertise to bear on EU decision-making with regards to Asia. EIAS also acts as a clearing house for regular exchanges

of ideas between those involved in Asian affairs in the EU institutions, European and Asian academics, diplomats working in the missions of Asian, European and other states based in Brussels and in other parts of the world, the business community, trade unions, non-governmental organisations and other civil society actors, as well as the media. Essential is our keenness to improve understanding of developments in Asia and the appreciation of the importance of the EU's relations with Asia. The EIAS activities are numerous, however in particular acting as a forum for discussion, organising research and disseminating information.

19/12/2025

📰 Out now: EIAS Newsletter December 2025

Dear EIAS Friends,

As 2025 draws to a close, we are pleased to share our latest publications and reports on past events as we look ahead to 2026. The past months have been marked by continued geopolitical uncertainty and strategic realignments across regions, keeping policymakers and researchers alike closely engaged. As we enter the final weeks of the year, these dynamics underscore the importance of sustained dialogue, analysis, and cooperation in the months to come.

👉 You can read our latest EIAS newsletter here: https://eias.org/news/eias-newsletter-december-2025/

🎄 We wish you a wonderful winter break and happy holidays and look forward to welcoming you at EIAS in 2026.

Enjoy the reading.

The EIAS Team

18/12/2025

🆕 New - Policy Brief "Chinese Banks in the EU: Structures, Functions and Regulatory Challenges" by EIAS Junior Researcher Piet Kuhlmann

"Chinese banks have established themselves in the EU as key players in financing trade, investment, and business activities between Europe and China. Their special institutional structure in the form of the ‘branch-cum-subsidiary’ model, often established in Luxembourg, allows for high financial flexibility, but also brings regulatory tensions. At the same time, new European regulations on banking supervision, investment control, and economic security are changing the framework of their activities within the union. This leads to challenges and new requirements for a balanced and reciprocal design of EU-China financial relations."

You can read the article here: https://eias.org/policy-briefs/chinese-banks-in-the-eu-structures-functions-and-regulatory-challenges/

30/10/2025

🆕 - Read our new Policy Brief on "The Trans-Caspian Corridor: Financial Risk Mitigation for Unlocking EU Connectivity with the Greater Caspian Region and Central Asia" by EIAS Senior Research Fellow Luca Urciuolo

Examining the mechanisms underpinning the European Union’s engagement in , this Policy Brief focuses on the Trans- Transport Corridor (TCTC) as a strategic infrastructure and trade initiative. It analyses how instruments such as the European Fund for Sustainable Development Plus ( +), the European Investment Bank ( ), and the Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency ( ) are deployed to de-risk private , foster , and strengthen regional .

By assessing both the opportunities and challenges of -backed , the study highlights how coordinated investment, regulatory frameworks, and risk mitigation strategies can enhance economic integration, diversify supply chains, and support the EU’s broader geopolitical and green-transition objectives in the .

👉Read the Policy Brief here: https://eias.org/policy-briefs/the-trans-caspian-corridor-financial-risk-mitigation-for-unlocking-eu-connectivity-with-the-greater-caspian-region-and-central-asia/

14/10/2025

📢 Announcement

The European Institute for Asian Studies (EIAS) is set to host a Roundtable Discussion on the occasion of the working visit of leading Members of Parliament from Asia, representing the Parliamentarians for Human Rights (APHR).

This exchange of views with the APHR delegation on “The State of Democracy in Southeast Asia and the Upcoming Elections in Myanmar: Parliamentary Perspectives and Policy Pathways” will centre around the state of democracy in Southeast Asia, its recent backsliding and the uprising of the youth in the region. The situation in , which continues to have strong implications for , rights, and across Southeast Asia will also be addressed, particularly in view of the upcoming elections.

Due to limited capacity, the event is by invitation only. However, a few seats remain — if you're interested in attending, please contact [email protected].

📅 Date: 17th October 2025, 15:30-17:00
📍 Venue: EIAS Brussels

09/09/2025

🌏 Asia Europe Youth Forum 2025

👉 Join us at the 2-day-long STEAR - Student Think Tank for Europe-Asia Relations’s flagship annual conference, which gathers passionate university students and young professionals from across Europe and Asia!

📅 On September 12-13 in Brussels at the European Institute for Asian Studies (EIAS), the Asia-Europe Youth Forum 2025 will explore the theme “Reimagining Connectivity: Europe and Asia in a Changing World.”

Explore the shifting dynamics of interregional relations through compelling keynote speeches, roundtables, expert panel discussions, and fireside chats. Topics will include Development Cooperation, Improved Supply Chains, and Technological Exchange.

Should you like to attend the conference on short notice, please e-mail [email protected] with your CV. Please note that a participation fee of 35€ will be requested.

For more information: https://eias.org/event/asia-europe-youth-forum-2025/ or https://www.stearthinktank.com/conference-2025

29/07/2025

It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Dr Paul Joseph Lim, one of the co-founders of the European Institute for Asian Studies. Suffering from a virtually incurable illness, he passed away on 21 July 2025 at the St-Luc Clinic in Bouge (Namur) on 21 July 2025. Our heartfelt condolences go to his family, closest friends and loved ones.

Read more: https://eias.org/news/in-memoriam-paul-joseph-lim/

16/07/2025

🆕 📑 Read our New : "The Impact of in the " by Douwe van der Meer

The EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) will enter its definitive phase in January 2026, and CBAM tariffs are set to have major ramifications for countries exporting goods to the . What will be the impact of CBAM on , and , also referred to as the Greater Caspian region?

👉 Read it here: https://eias.org/policy-briefs/the-impact-of-cbam-in-the-greater-caspian-region/

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