Edward Elgar Publishing Handbook of US–China Relations

This Handbook addresses the key questions surrounding US-China relations: What are the historical and contemporary contexts that underpin this complex relationship? How has the strategic rivalry between the two evolved? What are the key flashpoints in their relationship? What are the key security issues between the two powers? The international contributors explore the historical, political, economic, military, and international and regional spheres on the US-China relationship. The topics they discuss include human rights, Chinese public perception of the United States, US-China strategic rivalry, China's defence build-up and cyber war. Students and scholars will benefit from the accessible style of the book, particularly as it covers the key debates in the US-China relationship. Policy makers will also find the original analysis to be of interest. Review 'Among the multitude of recent books on this topic, Andrew Tan's Handbook stands out as an indispensable source on US-China relations. This excellent book offers a comprehensive and sophisticated yet accessible analysis of all areas in this key bilateral relationship. Leading scholars provide detailed and insightful assessments of the historical, economic, political, and security aspects of this relationship, demonstrating where and how these impact on regional and world politics. This Handbook is a unique and excellent source for scholars, policy makers, and the wider interested public on this most important of international relationships.' --- Peter Shearman, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand 'Andrew Tan's Handbook offers a thoroughly informed and comprehensive overview of one of the most important relations in international politics today. The volume covers many of the key debates in the field, both in theoretical terms as well as practical policy, and offers informed readers a valuable point of entry into the complex and multifaceted realm of the US-China relationship.' --- Michael Rainsborough, King's College London, UK About the Author Edited by Andrew T.H. Tan, Professor, Department of Security Studies and Criminology, Macquarie University, Australia