Upgrading Independent Knowledge on Contemporary China in Europe

Last updated: 18.7.2025
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The 'Upgrading Independent Knowledge on Contemporary China in Europe' program (HORIZON-CL2-2021-TRANSFORMATIONS-01-07) is a Horizon Europe initiative aimed at strengthening Europe's independent understanding of contemporary China. By fostering knowledge exchange and creating new synergies among European experts, the program seeks to enhance the EU's capacity for coherent and fact-based policy-making in response to China's increasing global influence. This initiative supports research and innovation to scrutinize new global narratives, identify areas for mutually beneficial cooperation, and ensure European interests and values are considered.

Who is Funded: Eligible Applicants, Geographic Scope, and Objectives

The 'Upgrading Independent Knowledge on Contemporary China in Europe' program targets a wide range of legal entities across EU Member States and Associated Countries. Its primary goal is to foster a deeper, independent European understanding of China's multifaceted characteristics and global impact, thereby enabling more informed and proactive EU policy-making.

What is Funded: Project Types and Focus Areas

This funding program supports Research and Innovation Actions focused on understanding contemporary China, spanning various social sciences and interdisciplinary fields. It aims to generate new knowledge and foster expertise relevant to European policy priorities.

Type and Scope of Funding: Financial Instruments and Budget

The 'Upgrading Independent Knowledge on Contemporary China in Europe' program provides financial support in the form of grants, with a total budget of EUR 57 million allocated for the call. Specific project durations or individual funding amounts are not detailed in this document.

Conditions and Requirements: Eligibility and Collaboration

Applicants must adhere to various conditions and requirements related to proposal submission, consortium formation, and specific regulations concerning ownership and control, especially for entities with links to non-eligible countries. Adherence to these conditions is crucial for eligibility and successful participation.

Application Procedure: Submission and Evaluation

The application process for this program involved a single-stage submission, followed by evaluation and subsequent notification of results to applicants. All procedural details are outlined in official EU guidance documents.

The 'Upgrading Independent Knowledge on Contemporary China in Europe' program operates under a robust legal framework established by core EU regulations and decisions, including the Horizon Europe Framework Programme. These foundational documents govern its structure, participation rules, and financial management.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

57,000,000 €

Open Until

Open Until:

Ongoing

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

European Union Member States and Associated Countries

Sectors

Sectors:

Research and Development, Service Sector, Other

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Basic Research, Applied Research, Experimental Development, Capacity Building, Awareness Campaigns

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Additional Partners:

PROVINCIALE ONTWIKKELINGSMAATSCHAPPIJ ANTWERPEN (Belgium), MINDS & SPARKS GMBH (Austria), ISTANBUL AVRUPA ARASTIRMALARI DERNEGI (Turkey), INTERSPREAD GMBH (Austria), Notitia (Croatia), TURISTICKA ZAJEDNICA ZAGREBACKE ZUPANIJE (Croatia), CHEN Fude (France), AD Plastik d.d. (Croatia), Nordic Horizon Institute AB (Sweden), ASSOCIATION FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OF TRADE BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY ENTERPRISES (Bulgaria), Norway Innovation Network (Norway), KMOP - POLICY CENTER ASBL (Belgium), AMBIS VYSOKA SKOLA AS (Czechia), EU DIASPORA COUNCIL (Sweden), SunLight Future Africa (Poland), HAPTIC R&D CONSULTING SRL (Romania), Informatics360 (United Kingdom), IDCONSORTIUM SL (Spain), CHERKA TROVA (Bulgaria), LASER CONSULT MUSZAKI-TUDOMANYOS ES GAZDASAGI TANACSADO KORLATOLT FELELOSSEGU TARSASAG (Hungary), GRANT GARANT SRO (Czechia), NORDIC DIASPORA FORUM (Sweden), Hybrid Core BV (Belgium), TECH2MARKET SPOLKA Z OGRANICZONA ODPOWIEDZIALNOSCIA (Poland), Krie Design Ltd (Croatia), STICHTING EUROPEAN FOUNDATION FOR SOUTH ASIAN STUDIES (Netherlands)

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