Ukraine – China Asymmetric Economic Power Relations: What is to Come after BRI?
Journal: Lex Portus
Year: 2024

This article analyzes the dynamics of the Ukraine – China asymmetric power relations in the areas of economic cooperation and infrastructure projects, with said relations having been affected by a gray rhino event, namely the Russo-Ukrainian armed conflict. I argue that both China and Ukraine have adapted to the disruption of transit routes – in particular, the functioning of the Belt and Road Initiative – affected by the hostilities in the territory of Ukraine and international sanctions impose