Chinese Statecraft in a Changing World: Demystifying Enduring Traditions and Dynamic Constraints

Chinese Statecraft in a Changing World: Demystifying Enduring Traditions and Dynamic Constraints This book addresses one of the most pressing geopolitical inquiries of our era: how will China's ambition manifest on the global stage? To address this question, the book considers China's long tradition of statecraft. By doing this, it provides a unique and novel insight into the 'why' behind China's actions and sparks a crucial dialogue on 'how' to best navigate China's global rise.Through a keen analytical lens, the book illuminates both the constraints and the flexibility inherent in Chinese policy-making. It underscores the geographic and historical factors that constrain China's actions, forcing its leaders into trade-offs. It also highlights the system's inherent flexibility, expanding the range of strategic options available when dealing with China. The most unique contribution consists in framing the pre-occupations of contemporary China in the context of both long-standing Chinese trends and unprecedented global changes.This book offers a nuanced and realistic guide for senior policy makers, business leaders, academic researchers, and global citizens who seek to decipher the enigma of China's ascent and channel its trajectory towards a more positive and responsible direction. Autor: Jean Dong Wydawnictwo: Springer Rok wydania: 2023 Okładka: miękka Liczba stron: 271 Wymiary: 23.5 x 15.5 cm Ilustracje: 5 Illustrations, color; 1 Illustrations, black and white; XXV, 271 p. 6 illus., 5 illus. in color. Język: angielski ISBN: 9789819964529