A Hierarchical Vision of Order: Understanding Chinese Foreign Policy in Asia

This book examines China's vision for international order and how it seeks to achieve its goals with its neighbors, considering its imperial past and traditional political philosophy. It argues that China sees the maintenance of order as its responsibility and employs proactive diplomacy, the control of international discourse, the threat of punishment, and the promise of economic benefits to achieve this.

Format: Hardback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 26 January 2023
Publisher: Bristol University Press

China's Vision for International Order: A Matter of Global Interest

China's foreign policy vision is a subject of keen global interest, as it seeks to establish a harmonious and stable international order that aligns with its national interests. This comprehensive book delves into China's foreign policy objectives and the strategies it employs to achieve them with its immediate neighbors.

The book offers a historically informed account by examining the legacy of China's imperial past and traditional political philosophy. It sheds light on China's perception of its place in the contemporary world, highlighting its aspirations for global influence and leadership. The book argues that China today views the maintenance of order as its own responsibility and believes that this order requires the attribution of distinct roles to both "small" and "big" states to ensure stability.

Furthermore, the book explores the diverse tools China employs to realize its vision, including proactive diplomacy, the control of international discourse, the threat of punishment for "misbehavior," and the promise of economic benefits in exchange for compliance.

By examining China's foreign policy approach, this book provides valuable insights into the country's global ambitions, its interactions with its neighbors, and the challenges it faces in shaping the international landscape. It serves as a crucial resource for scholars, policymakers, and anyone interested in understanding China's role in the world today.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529227505