Mainland China's Taiwan Policy: From Peaceful Development to Selective Engagement

Mainland China's Taiwan policy is a core national interest, and this book provides an updated explanation of the strategic motivations, behavioral logic, and policymaking rationale of Beijing's policy. It analyzes the changing policy during the Kuomintang and Democratic Progressive Party administrations and how the rising strategic rivalry between China and the US may influence it. The book is a useful reference for policymakers and scholars interested in peace and security in the West Pacific.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 130 pages
Publication date: 29 January 2024
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The Taiwan issue has always held a paramount position in mainland China's national interests, with a steadfast commitment to achieving national reunification. This comprehensive and timely book offers a thorough exploration of Beijing's Taiwan policy, shedding light on its strategic motivations, behavioral logic, and policymaking rationale. By providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of Beijing's Taiwan policy, this book aims to assist in predicting the future trajectory of cross-Strait relations, mitigating the risk of strategic miscalculations, and averting potential geostrategic perils.

The book delves into the evolving policy towards Taiwan during the administrations of the Kuomintang and Democratic Progressive Party, highlighting the fundamental shifts from confrontation to cooperation and subsequently reverting to confrontation. It examines the key driving forces behind Beijing's Taiwan policy in these distinct periods, shedding light on the underlying dynamics and motivations that shape China's approach to the island. Moreover, the book explores the potential impact of the rising strategic rivalry between China and the United States on Beijing's Taiwan policy and the prospects for cross-Strait relations in the near future.

This book serves as a valuable resource for scholars and policymakers seeking to deepen their intellectual understanding of Beijing's broader security and diplomatic policies. It provides valuable insights into China's strategic thinking and its implications for regional stability and peace. Additionally, government policymakers with a keen interest in promoting peace and security in the West Pacific will find this book particularly insightful and valuable.

Weight: 184g
Dimension: 215 x 140 x 10 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367756291