Chinese Foreign Relations: Power and Policy Since the Cold War - Couverture souple

Sutter, Robert G.

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0742555372 ISBN 13 : 9780742555372

Editeur : Rowman & Littlefield, 2007

Synopsis

China is commonly considered an emerging power in world affairs as increasingly confident Chinese leaders, backed by growing economic and military strength, engage in innovative diplomatic approaches that pave the way for China's international role. Yet, as Robert G. Sutter shows in this meticulous 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 rise 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 Chinese efforts to exert international influence. 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.

A propos du livre

À propos de l?auteur

Robert G. Sutter is professor of practice in international affairs at the Elliott School of George Washington University.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Rowman & Littlefield
• Date d'édition: 2007
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0742555372
• ISBN 13: 9780742555372
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 444
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• Personne responsable: non disponible