Understanding China’s Strategic Mindset

Explore the drivers of China’s statecraft, from civilizational memory to modern ambition.

HALF-DAY VIRTUAL: EVERY THURSDAY 09:00 - 12:30 CE(S)T OR 13:30 - 17:00 CE(S)T.

Interactive and capped at 5 participants to ensure meaningful discussion and direct engagement.

2× 90 minutes, with a 30-minute break in between. Via Zoom.

€295

China’s actions aren’t just about power — they’re about identity, history, and a long-term vision rooted in civilizational depth. To understand Beijing’s strategic behavior, you need more than surface analysis. You need to see the world the way China’s thinkers, planners, and leaders do — with deep historical memory and deliberate pacing.

This live interactive course gives you that perspective.

Across two 90-minute sessions, we explore the strategic psychology behind China’s external behavior — from its internal political logic to its international positioning. Each session is fully live, discussion-driven, and open to participant exchange throughout.

What you’ll learn:

Session 1: Strategic Mindset and Historical Framing
– China's civilizational worldview and the legacy of humiliation
– The role of long-term thinking in policymaking and signaling

Session 2: External Posture and Global Ambitions
– China's evolving place in the global order
– Assertiveness, ambiguity, and the tools of strategic statecraft

Why it matters:

China’s global behavior is shaped by more than immediate interests — it draws from historical memory, identity, and civilizational logic. To engage with China strategically, you need to understand how it sees itself and the world. This course helps you decode Beijing’s actions through its own lens — equipping you to anticipate moves, interpret signals, and respond with deeper insight.