Yifei Zhu presented his research regarding the triangular matrix between China, Taiwan, and the US at the 37th ACPS Symposium in London

On November 20, 2025, Dr. Yifei Zhu, Research Fellow at the China Center, attended the 37th Annual Meeting and International Symposium of the Association of Chinese Political Studies (ACPS) in London, UK.

During the symposium, Dr. Zhu presented his research regarding the triangular matrix between China, Taiwan, and the US. While the Taiwan Strait remains a focal point of international geopolitical attention, Dr. Zhu argued that the underlying mechanics of the “status quo” require further analytical clarity. His presentation provided an institutional analysis, positing that the status quo should be understood as a set of evolving formal and informal institutions. These institutions function as a framework that constrains and enables the strategic behaviors of the three primary actors.

The presentation stems from Dr. Zhu’s ongoing research project at ISDP, which examines the historical trajectories of the cross-Strait status quo. This project analyzes how the status quo has been formed, maintained, and transformed over time in response to shifting power dynamics and geopolitical conditions.

The presentation led to interactions with an audience of experts in the field of China studies, providing constructive feedback for the project’s subsequent phases. The engagement also facilitated networking with fellow participants, contributing to ISDP’s professional connections within the international academic and policy community.

The ACPS is the largest U.S.-based professional organization dedicated to Chinese political studies. Organized in collaboration with the Lau China Institute at King’s College London, this year’s symposium focused on the theme “Chinese Politics: Domestic Transformations and Global Aspirations.” The event convened scholars and policy analysts to examine the intersection of China’s internal governance and its increasingly consequential role in global affairs.