Routledge - The Making Of Foreign Policy In China Book

Gain a clear understanding of the structure and process behind China's policymaking. For many years, Western perspectives have lacked a deep view into how the PRC manages its foreign affairs during the post-Mao period. This study by Dr. Barnett fills that gap by providing a detailed look at how decisions are actually made within the government. Through extensive research and direct interviews conducted in 1984, the author provides access to insights from a wide range of Chinese officials, including Premier Zhao Ziyang, as well as academics and journalists. This book tracks the significant shift in top-level decision making as power moved from the Politburo and Standing Committee toward the Party Secretariat and the State. It is an essential resource for students, historians, and anyone interested in the political evolution of China's international relations.