The Global Rise of China and Asia: Impact and Regional Response

by Abdul Razak Baginda

Overview

This book posits an alternative narrative to China’s rise by focusing on its impact on Asia. China’s rapid rise as a multidimensional power is felt in all corners of the world and poses a direct challenge to the supremacy of the United States, which has held the status of a primary superpower ever since the end of the Cold War. For the most part, Asian countries want to avoid being dragged into this great power rivalry, preferring to adopt a more balanced and pragmatic approach. While a recognition of China’s greatness does not necessarily place states in a subservient position, the author argues that the most prudent approach for Asian nations is to avoid being caught in the middle of the US-China rivalry, as this allows them to derive benefits from both sides.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9783030918064
Publisher:	Palgrave Macmillan
Publication date:	02/08/2022
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	432 KB

About the Author

Abdul Razak Baginda was most recently a visiting fellow at Reitaku University, Japan. He received his doctorate in International Relations from Trinity College, University of Oxford, UK.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Introduction: Contextualising China.- Chapter 2: Examining China’s History: Bringing the Past to the Future.- Chapter 3: The Multidimensional Elements of Chinese Power: An Assessment.- Chapter 4: Evaluating the China Threat: Between Perceived and Real.- Chapter 5: Regional Perceptions towards China: Safeguarding Interests.- Chapter 6: Conclusion: Balancing between Domestic and International Imperatives.