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Journal of Asia and Europe Relations

Established in 2021, the Journal of Asia and Europe Relations is a flagship peer-reviewed journal of Student Think Tank for Europe-Asia Relations (STEAR). Interdisciplinary and wide-ranging in scope, the Journal of Asia and Europe Relations covers the latest research on all topics relevant to Asia and Europe relations that focus on theory, policy, and/or practice.

 

The journal aims to provide readers with a truly global and comparative perspective. This journal is primarily aimed at policy issues and, ideally, the role of youth engagement. All papers are submitted to anonymous peer-review process conducted by young academics, professionals, and future leaders of highly relevant fields. The journal is published annually. ​​

Volume 2, No. 1

Congratulatory Note by Nico Luchsinger, Executive Director of Asia Society Switzerland


“By fostering closer ties between Europe and Asia, and especially among Europe and Asian youth, STEAR’s values are well-aligned with those of Asia Society Switzerland. This journal is a good example of the high quality work that STEAR delivers. I would there once again like to congratulate STEAR, and especially the Editors-in-Chief, associate editors, editors, writers and everyone else on the STEAR team that worked on this journal, on the final result.”

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Letter from the Presidents


“Undeniably, relations between many European and many Asian countries have become more fraught since October 2021. Tensions between China and the European Union have for instance been rising. In such a polarised context, it is essential to have a venue for constructive policy discussions. We are glad that this journal provides such a venue.”

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Editors' Note


“An understanding of Europe-Asia affairs fundamentally requires insights from all branches of knowledge. It is with this spirit of fostering diversity of opinion, dialogue, and knowledge exchange that informed our article selection for this edition. In this second edition, we are proud to showcase a rich tapestry of research articles, that encapsulate the multidisciplinary nature of the Journal of Asia and Europe Relations."

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In this edition, you will find:

  • Danny van Wanrooij & Liliana Graef - Fostering the Sino-German Relationship: How the Political Environment Influences the Legislative Framework on Influencer Advertising: An Analysis Between China and Germany

  • Lucía Pradel Díaz - Convergence Or Divergence in The Interpretation of Global Artificial Intelligence Principles? A Comparative Study of Singapore and The European Union

  • Anniek Sienot - From Beijing to Belgrade: China’s Digital Silk Road in Serbia and its Implications for the European Union

  • Nicola Crowe - The Emergence of Regional Multilateral Approaches to Disability Rights : A Comparative Evaluation of the EU and ASEAN

  • Siwat Varnakomola - ​​Shaping the battlefield: Climate change and Russian hybrid warfare strategies in the annexation of Crimea and in the War in Ukraine

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Volume 1, No. 1

Congratulatory Note by Ambassador Toru MORIKAWA, Executive Director, Asia-Europe Foundation (ASEF)

 

“We are confident that STEAR will continue to provide a valuable platform for the exchange of diverse views. Striving for multilateral cooperation and global prosperity, ASEF assures STEAR that we stand united to strengthen mutual understanding between the two regions and to make a real difference in growing the regional partnership through Europe-Asia exchanges.”
 

Letter from the Presidents

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“STEAR aims to be the first youth think tank to give voice to a diverse and talented group of young people determined to better understand Europe-Asia Relations, and the output of this journal epitomises this goal. Over the course of 11 articles, our writers from countries ranging from the United Kingdom to the Philippines reflect in this journal on their similarities and differences, debating issues as broad as cultural cooperation to environmental policies.”

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Editors' Note

 

“STEAR was founded in early 2021 under extraordinary circumstances, as the COVID-19 pandemic continued to impact students and young professionals worldwide. It has been an extraordinary yet valuable experience to connect to our peers remotely, and we are very proud to present the inaugural issue of the Journal of Asia and Europe Relations!”

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In this edition coordinated by the Editors-in-Chief Jedidja van Boven and Nawathas Thasanabanchong, you will find:

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  • Esther Brito - Europe and Asia as Prime Spheres in the Fight Against Sexual Slavery: Trends, Policy Mechanisms, and the Role of Survivors in Combating Sexual Trafficking

  • Virág Kemecsei - The European Union’s Search for Allies in the Development, Peace and Humanitarian Sectors: Towards Strengthening the EU-Japan Strategic Partnership?

  • Jamina Vesta Jugo - “Tiger is Coming”?: South Korea’s Rhythm of Korea Campaign as a (Limited) Subversion of Orientalist Tropes in Global Tourism    

  • Júlia Rovira - The European Union and South Korean Protocol on Cultural Cooperation: Is There Room for Improvement?

  • Paloma Abril Poncela - EU Implementation of Adaptation Measures in Asia, Lessons and Proposals for Imminent Challenges

  • Marina Hough - Carbon Goes to Market The Sustainable Development Potential of Carbon Trading in China

  • Yang Zuo - Climate Change Politics: Implications of China’s Environmental Policy for Its Grand Strategy

  • Leonardo M. Jaminola III - Painting The Town Green: The Potential of Environmental Diplomacy to Strengthen ASEAN-EU Relations in the Post-Pandemic World

  • Ina Plamenova Kokinova - Cultural Relations between the European Union and China: from Cooperation to Competition

  • Helena Beznec and Tinkara Godec - Serbia’s Balancing Act: THE EU-CHINA Discourse  after the Pandemic

  • Andrieta R. Arifin, Albert Barnabas, and Geraldo Nathaniel - An Examination of the EU’s External Action on the Policies of Human Rights in ASEAN and its Member States

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