Zhaodong Wang
Sino-British Negotiations and the Search for a Post-War Settlement, 1942-1949: Treaties, Hong Kong, and Tibet
Sino-British Negotiations and the Search for a Post-War Settlement, 1942-1949: Treaties, Hong Kong, and Tibet
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The book explores the China-Britain relationship during 1942-1949, focusing on treaty negotiations, Hong Kong's future, and Tibet's political status. Despite promising starts, negotiations failed by 1949 due to domestic and external factors, including the US influence. This history continues to shape Sino-British and Sino-Indian relations today.
Format: Hardback
Length: 260 pages
Publication date: 04 April 2022
Publisher: De Gruyter
The book delves into a comprehensive examination of the China-Britain relationship during the pivotal years of 1942 to 1949, with a specific focus on the negotiations surrounding key agreements such as the 1943 Sino-British treaty and the abandoned Sino-British commercial treaty. Additionally, it explores the future of Hong Kong, the political status of Tibet, and the overarching themes driving these discussions. These themes revolved around two central objectives: the eradication of the British imperialist position in China and the establishment of a mutually beneficial and equitable bilateral relationship.
The negotiations commenced in 1942-1943 with promising prospects, but by 1949, they had failed to reach a satisfactory resolution. The reasons for this failure were multifaceted and complex, encompassing a range of domestic considerations and external factors. Among these, the significant influence of the United States played a pivotal role.
Despite passing seven decades since these events, the legacy of the 1942-1949 period continues to shape Sino-British and Sino-Indian relations in the present day. Recent disputes between China and Britain over the Hong Kong Anti-Extradition Law Amendment Bill Movement and the ongoing Indo-Chinese conflicts and border skirmishes serve as poignant reminders of the historical roots that continue to influence these nations' interactions.
From this historical vantage point, it is evident that the history of 1942-1949 remains deeply embedded in the fabric of contemporary international relations. It serves as a valuable lesson in the complexities of diplomacy, the interplay of power dynamics, and the enduring impact of historical events on shaping the world we live in today.
Weight: 552g
Dimension: 241 x 165 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783110706420
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