MERICS (Mercator Institute for China Studies) is a leading European research institute dedicated to studying contemporary China and its relations with Europe and the wider world. Established in 2013, MERICS has become one of the most important institutions in Europe for understanding China and its global impact. With a team of about 20 full-time international researchers, MERICS provides in-depth analysis and expertise on a wide range of topics related to China.

The institute conducts independent and fact-based research, and its publications often shape China policy debates and are cited in European and international media. MERICS offers various services and programs to promote knowledge and debate about China. The Fellowship Program allows experts, policy advisors, and journalists from Europe, China, and the USA to contribute to and benefit from MERICS's research and outreach activities.

The European China Talent Program brings young professionals together to enhance Europe's perspective on modern China. As a leading China research institute, MERICS values diversity, inclusion, and critical reflection on stereotypes and biases in China research. The institute also collaborates with research institutions in Germany and abroad, fostering international exchange and networking.

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