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In Europe, Beijing turns to 'lawfare' to intimidate opponents

British academic publisher Taylor & Francis was forced to publish a retraction following legal proceedings initiated by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).
British academic publisher Taylor & Francis was forced to publish a retraction following legal proceedings initiated by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). © André Pain/AFP
While China is using strong-arm tactics to sever ties between Hong Kong and Taiwan, its strategy in Europe is undergoing a profound change. Beijing has realised that the best way to silence criticism there is not through physical threats, but through legal action. [...]
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