China's diesel consumption peak is near. Meanwhile, the EU's trade deficit with China is soaring as imbalances expand. Beijing's new five-year plan is hence of particular relevance, as are China's further actions in weaponizing raw material supply chains. The outcomes of a prospective Xi-Trump summit in April will necessarily have a significant impact on the path that lies ahead.

Program 

Presentation by:

• Kevin Tu, Associate Fellow, Ifri, Director, China office, Agora Energiewende

Discussion with: 

• John Seaman, Research Fellow, Center for Asian Studies, Ifri
• Celeste del Vecchio, Independant analyst

Moderation: Marc-Antoine Eyl-Mazzega, Director, Center for Energy and Climate, Ifri
 

Please note that the event will be held in English without translation.