Munich as a Stage for Beijing?

The Munich Security Conference 2026 takes place amid global uncertainties and geopolitical realignments and is expected to see a record participation of high-level decision-makers. China will be prominently represented and is likely to use the MSC to maintain partnerships, promote its own narratives, and present itself as a stabilizing force as well as a potential alternative to the United States. At the same time, China’s actions often contradict these signals. Despite rapprochements with Canada and the United Kingdom, China’s continued support for Russia and ongoing economic tensions, among other factors, limit prospects for cooperation with the European Union.

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