Articles by Esther D'haeninck

October 13, 2026

Preparing for the European Council: political families and China

Esther D'haeninck
As Europe rethinks its position in a changing world, China has become increasingly important and contested. European actors broadly agree on the need to strengthen Europe’s strategic autonomy and global position, but remain divided over how far Europe should cooperate with China or pursue greater independence. Esther D’haeninck explores how European political parties navigate these differences, and how partisan cooperation contributes to the debate
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Esther D'haeninck
PhD Researcher and Teaching Assistant, KU Leuven Public Governance Institute

Esther's research focuses on European political parties and their negotiation, mobilisation and coordination.

She has co-authored articles for the journals European Politics and Society and European View.

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