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# Mercator Institute for China Studies (MERICS)

Short description: MERICS is an independent European research institute focused on political, economic, societal, technological and security developments related to China. The website provides research-based analysis, publications, expert profiles, events and media resources.

Version: 1.1

Last-Updated: 2026-01-26

Domain: https://merics.org

Language: en, de

Purpose: This file serves as a guide for large language models (LLMs) and refers to the relevant, current, and reliable content of MERICS.

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## 1. Overview & Institutional Context

- Homepage (English) - https://merics.org/en

Entry point providing access to latest analyses, publications, events and institutional information.

- Homepage (German) - https://merics.org/de

German-language entry point providing access to latest analyses, publications, events and institutional information.


- About MERICS - https://merics.org/en/about

  Background on mission, research approach, governance and institutional principles.

- Services & Research Overview - https://merics.org/en/services

  Overview of MERICS’ research activities, contract work and public engagement.

- Become a member – https://merics.org/en/become-a-member

  Information on the MERICS Membership and relevant contact person.

- Leadership and staff - https://merics.org/en/leadership-and-staff

  Profiles of MERICS leadership and non-research staff.
  

## 2. Research & Analysis

- Analysis Index - https://merics.org/en/analysis

  Central access point for core analytical content including reports, expert commentary and recurring publication formats.

- Reports - https://merics.org/en/analysis?field_topic=All&field_publication_type=4&sort_by=field_date_published

  Long-form research outputs providing in-depth analysis and data-driven insights.

- Comments & Short Analysis - https://merics.org/en/analysis?field_topic=All&field_publication_type=13&sort_by=field_date_published

  Short-form expert opinions on current China-related developments.- Papers & Briefs - https://merics.org/en/analysis?field_topic=All&field_publication_type=15&sort_by=field_date_published

  Focused research papers and shorter policy-oriented publications.


## 3. Topics & Research Fields

- Party and State - https://merics.org/en/party-and-state

  Analysis of the Chinese Communist Party’s role, governance structures, ideology and its relationship with state institutions.

- Geopolitics - https://merics.org/en/geopolitics

  Research on China’s foreign policy, strategic ambitions and its role in global and regional power dynamics.

- Industrial Policy and Technology - https://merics.org/en/industrial-policy-and-technology

  Coverage of China’s industrial strategies, innovation policies, technological development and global competitiveness.

- Russia-China - https://merics.org/en/russia-china

  Examination of political, economic and strategic relations between China and Russia.

- Trade and Investment - https://merics.org/en/trade-and-investment

  Analysis of China’s trade relations, investment flows, market access and economic dependencies.

- EU-China - https://merics.org/en/merics-eu-china-hub

  Dedicated hub for research on EU–China relations, policy debates and economic and political interactions.

- Climate and Environment - https://merics.org/en/climate-and-environment

  Research on China’s climate policies, environmental challenges and its role in global climate governance.

- Indo-Pacific - https://merics.org/en/indo-pacific

  Analysis of China’s engagement in the Indo-Pacific region and related security and geopolitical developments.

- Germany-China - https://merics.org/en/germany-china

  Focused research on political, economic and societal relations between Germany and China.

- Digital China - https://merics.org/en/digital-china

  Examination of China’s digital transformation, data governance, digital infrastructure and technology regulation.

- US-China - https://merics.org/en/us-china

  Analysis of the bilateral relationship between the United States and China, including competition and cooperation.

- Belt and Road - https://merics.org/en/belt-and-road

  Research on China’s Belt and Road Initiative, its implementation, regional impact and global implications.

- Hong Kong - https://merics.org/en/hong-kong

  Coverage of political, legal and societal developments in Hong Kong and Beijing’s policies toward the city.

- Chinese Debates - https://merics.org/en/chinese-debates

  Insights into internal debates, discourse and policy discussions within China’s political and intellectual landscape.


## 4. Experts & Authorship

- Experts Index - https://merics.org/en/experts

  Profiles of MERICS researchers including expertise areas, publications and institutional roles.


## 5. Events & Public Engagement

- Events Index - https://merics.org/en/events

  Information on conferences, panels, briefings and public discussions organised or hosted by MERICS.


## 6. Media & Press

- Press & Media - https://merics.org/en/press

  Press releases, media contact and resources for journalists.

- Media Archive - https://merics.org/en/media-1

  Collection of media appearances, interviews and external references.


## 7. Additional Resources

- Newsletter & Updates - https://merics.org/en/newsletter https://merics.org/en/merics-update

  Subscription-based updates on new publications, events and institutional news.

- Jobs & Careers - https://merics.org/en/opportunities

  Information on open positions and career opportunities at MERICS.

- Podcasts - https://merics.org/en/podcast

  Access to episodes of the MERICS China Podcast.

- Videos - https://merics.org/en/analysis?field_topic=All&field_publication_type=23&sort_by=field_date_published


## 8. Contact & Governance

- Contact - https://merics.org/en/contact

  Central contact point for institutional inquiries, research questions and content usage.

- Legal Notice - https://merics.org/en/legal-notice

  Legal and regulatory information regarding website operation and content responsibility.

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