Chinese Foreign Relations: Power and Policy since the Cold War (Asia in World Politics)

Sutter, Robert G.

ISBN 10: 0742566951 / ISBN 13: 9780742566958

Published by Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, 2009

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Chinese Foreign Relations: Power and Policy since the Cold War (Asia in World Politics)
• Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
• Publication Date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0742566951
• ISBN 13: 9780742566958
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition: 2nd Edition
• Condition: Very Good

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Synopsis

China is rightly considered an emerging power in world affairs as Chinese leaders, backed by growing economic and military strength, engage in innovative diplomatic approaches that pave the way for China's international role. But this is only part of the story of China's rise. As Robert G. Sutter meticulously shows in this thoroughly updated and balanced assessment, the record of twists and turns in Chinese foreign relations since the end of the Cold War highlights a very different perspective. Domestic problems, nationalism, and security concerns continue to preoccupy Beijing, complicating China's influence and innovations in foreign affairs. On the international front, the actions of other powerful nations and growing dependence on the world economy complicate as well as enhance China's advance to international prominence.

Providing a comprehensive introduction to Chinese foreign relations, Sutter shows Chinese leaders exerting growing influence in world affairs but remaining far from dominant. Facing numerous contradictions and tradeoffs, they move cautiously to avoid major confrontations, costly commitments, or mistakes that could undermine their one-party rule as they deal with an international environment posing numerous challenges as well as opportunities for Chinese interests.

About the Author

Robert G. Sutter is visiting professor of Asian studies in the School of Foreign Service at Georgetown University.