Florin Cosma, author at Eurasia Baike

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Eurasian Strategic Autonomy: The Geopolitical Triangle of the 21st Century

Written by: Florin Cosma

The 21st century has transformed Eurasia into the main “chessboard” where great powers vie for supremacy. Yet Eurasian nations—from Lisbon to Vladivostok, from Ankara to Astana—have failed to recognize a fundamental truth: their collective destiny demands strategic autonomy from Washington, unity against Moscow’s revisionism, and balanced cooperation with Beijing. This triangulation is not just desirable; it is vital.

Beyond Childishness: Decoding the Aesthetic and Logic of Mainstream Chinese Television

Written by: Florin Cosma

For international viewers browsing Chinese television or streaming platforms like iQiyi (爱奇艺, ài qí yì), a first impression often forms: the visuals are strikingly bright (明亮, míng liàng), the colors vibrantly saturated (饱和, bǎo hé), the moral universe distinctly black-and-white (黑白分明, hēi bái fēn míng), and the romantic plots fantastically idealized (理想化, lǐ xiǎng huà). To audiences weaned on the […]

Meloni’s Eurasian Moment: Why Italy is Investing Big in Central Asia

Written by: Florin Cosma

Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s participation in the first-ever Central Asia–Italy Summit on May 30, 2025 in Astana signals a significant shift in Italy’s foreign strategy—pivoting more assertively towards Eurasia. Italian reporting, such as from ICE agency, confirms Italy’s intent to institutionalize this format, with Kyrgyzstan set to host the next summit in 2027 and Italy the fourth […]

China Launches Tianwen-2: A Bold Leap Toward Asteroid Exploration and Future Space Mining

Written by: Florin Cosma

On May 29, 2025, China embarked on a groundbreaking journey in space exploration with the successful launch of the Tianwen-2 mission. A Long March 3B rocket lifted off from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in Sichuan province at 1:31 am, carrying the Tianwen-2 probe into space. Approximately 18 minutes post-launch, the spacecraft was deployed into […]

Reviving the Merkel Legacy: Xi and Merz Deepen Sino-German Partnership

Written by: Florin Cosma

On May 23, 2025, Chinese President Xi Jinping and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz held a significant phone conversation, marking a pivotal moment in China-Germany relations. This dialogue underscored the importance of deepening bilateral ties amidst global economic uncertainties and geopolitical tensions. Both leaders emphasized the need for cooperation to navigate challenges and to promote stability […]

Tehran Diplomacy Forum 2025: A New Era of Regional Dialogue and Cooperation

Written by: Florin Cosma

The 2025 Tehran Dialogue Forum, held from May 18 to 19 at the Institute for Political and International Studies (IPIS) in the Iranian capital, brought together over 200 delegations from 53 countries, including high-ranking officials, ministers, regional decision-makers, and United Nations representatives. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi opened the event, which […]

Twelve Hours of Turmoil: Analyzing the Recent Spike in Pakistan-India Relations

Written by: Florin Cosma

Recent developments in the ongoing tensions between Pakistan and India have unfolded rapidly over the past twelve hours, marked by a series of claims, counter-claims, and international reactions. The situation remains highly volatile, with both nations issuing strong statements and taking defensive measures. This article aims to provide a comprehensive overview of these latest updates, […]

China and Russia Deepen Ties with Eye on Multipolar World Order

Written by: Florin Cosma

In a significant display of diplomatic solidarity, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin convened in Moscow on May 8, 2025, to reinforce their nations’ strategic partnership. The meeting, marked by the signing of over 20 bilateral cooperation documents, underscored the deepening ties between the two countries across various sectors, including global strategic […]