China's Foreign Policy since 1949: Continuity and Change

This book provides a comprehensive analysis of China's foreign policy since 1949, covering security, economic, and multilateral issues, and comparing different phases of policy. It discusses key concerns such as maritime disputes, Xi Jinping's assertive approach, and the One Belt One Road initiative.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 252 pages
Publication date: 25 January 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into a thorough and systematic analysis of China's foreign policy since 1949, providing a comprehensive framework for understanding its strategic objectives and approaches. It begins by constructing an analytical framework that encompasses various factors influencing Chinese foreign policy, including historical, cultural, economic, and geopolitical considerations.

The book then proceeds to outline and analyze developments in key areas of foreign policy, such as security policy, international economic policy, and policy toward multilateralism. It also examines China's foreign policy toward different regions of the world, including the United States, East Asia, Europe, and developing countries.

In addition to exploring decision-making processes in Chinese foreign policy, the book addresses current issues of concern, such as maritime disputes, Xi Jinping's more assertive approach to foreign policy, the One Belt One Road initiative, and the trade war with the United States.

The book concludes with a comparative analysis of the three phases of China's foreign policy since 1949, highlighting the changes and continuities in China's foreign policy trajectory. It also offers a brief assessment of how China's foreign policy is likely to develop in the future, taking into account the evolving global landscape and the country's domestic priorities.

This book is a valuable resource for scholars, researchers, policymakers, and anyone interested in understanding China's complex and evolving foreign policy. It provides a deep understanding of the historical, cultural, and strategic factors that shape China's interactions with the world, and offers insights into the challenges and opportunities that China faces in its pursuit of global influence.

Weight: 426g
Dimension: 154 x 234 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032140704