Us-China Relations in the Twenty-First Century - A Question of Trust

The relationship between the United States and China will be of critical importance to the world throughout the twenty-first century. In the West China's rise is often portrayed as a threat and China seen in negative terms. This book explores the dynamics of this crucial relationship. It looks in particular at what causes an international relationship to be perceived negatively, and considers what can be done to reverse this, arguing that trust is a key factor. It goes on to discuss US and Chinese rhetoric and behaviour in three key areas - climate change, finance, and international security. The book contends that, contrary to much US rhetoric, China's actions in these areas is often much more flexible and accommodating than the US position, and that the Chinese are much more knowledgeable about, and understanding and appreciative of, the United States than vice versa.

List of contents

Preface  1. Introduction  2. Generic Trust  3. Climate Change  4. Financial Crisis  5. International Security  6. Conclusion

About the author

Michael Tai, who has had an extensive career in business and management in Asia, completed his doctorate at the University of Cambridge, UK

Product details

• Authors: Michael Tai, Michael (University of Cambridge Tai, Tai Michael
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 13.05.2015
• EAN: 9781138886438
• ISBN: 978-1-138-88643-8
• No. of pages: 224
• Series: Routledge Studies on the Chinese Economy
• Subjects: Social sciences, law, business > Political science > Political science and political education; China, POLITICAL SCIENCE / International Relations / General, SOCIAL SCIENCE / Regional Studies, International Relations, International business, Regional Studies, Regional / International studies, SOCIAL SCIENCE / Cultural & Ethnic Studies / General