The EU’s Global Governance Versus China’s Harmonious World

After looking at the background and essence of the two theories, this paper argues that although they bear some similarities, the differences between them are substantial. The two ideas diverge on aspects such as universal values, sovereignty and the function of the nation-state. The paper then puts forward some relevant policy suggestions for both sides to get to know each other better.Include questions such as the possibility of the EU implementing its ‘Global Governance’ strategy or whether China’s ‘Harmonious World’ policy is a practical idea that can be accepted by the Western World.