Jean-Pierre Cabestan

Prof. Jean-Pierre Cabestan is a Professor and Head of the Department of Government and International Studies at Hong Kong Baptist University, and an associate researcher at the Asia Centre, Sciences Po, Paris. He has held prior roles including Senior Researcher at the French National Center for Scientific Research (CNRS) and Director of the Taipei Office of the CEFC.

Education: Holds a Ph.D. from the University of Paris 1 (Panthéon-Sorbonne).

Research focuses on Cross-Strait relations, the Beijing-Washington-Taipei Triangle, Taiwan’s security, and confidence-building measures. His work combines analyses of China’s political system, legal reforms, and Sino-Russian dynamics using geopolitical frameworks. Recent publications explore themes such as regional security, Sino-Taiwanese tensions, and strategic alliances in Eurasia.

Scientific Awards: No awards listed.

Advising & Grants: No advisees or grants mentioned. His previous roles include Lecturer at the School of Oriental and African Studies (1990-1991).

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