China Incorporated: The Politics of a World Where China is Number One

The West is not prepared for a world where power is shared with China, but it can learn to embrace Chinese political culture. Kerry Brown, a leading voice on China, explores the problematic nature of China's current situation and how it impacts the way the West sees China, China sees the West, and how both see themselves. There are obstacles to the West accepting a more prominent place for China in the world, but it should not happen. History is indeed ending, but not how the West thought it would.

Format: Hardback
Length: 208 pages
Publication date: 07 September 2023
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

The West is facing a significant challenge as China emerges as a dominant global power. With its growing economic and military influence, China is poised to challenge the United States' position as the world's leading superpower. This raises important questions about how the West should respond to China's rise and whether it is prepared to share power with China.

One of the leading voices on China, Kerry Brown, has written a book that explores these issues in depth. In "The End of History and the Last Man," Brown argues that China's rise is inevitable and that the West needs to learn to embrace Chinese political culture if it is to work effectively with China.

Brown argues that China's current situation is problematic due to its treatment of dissent, its handling of Xinjiang, Hong Kong, and its limited management of relations with other cultures and values. These issues impact the way the West sees China, China sees the West, and how both see themselves.

Despite these obstacles, Brown believes that it is important for the West to accept a more prominent place for China in the world. History is indeed ending, but not how the West thought it would. The West needs to learn to embrace Chinese political culture and work with China to address global challenges such as climate change, terrorism, and economic inequality.

However, Brown also acknowledges that this will be a difficult process. The West has a history of viewing China as a threat and has been reluctant to engage with it on a meaningful level. This has led to a lack of understanding and trust between the two countries.

To address this, Brown suggests that the West should take a more proactive approach to engaging with China. This should include increased dialogue, cultural exchange, and economic cooperation. The West should also be willing to address China's concerns and work towards a more equitable and sustainable relationship.

In conclusion, the West is facing a significant challenge as China emerges as a dominant global power. Kerry Brown's book "The End of History and the Last Man" provides a valuable insight into how the West should respond to China's rise and how it can work effectively with China to address global challenges. While there are obstacles to the West accepting a more prominent place for China in the world, it is important to take a proactive approach and work towards a more equitable and sustainable relationship.

Weight: 414g
Dimension: 224 x 146 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781350267244