China's relationship with the developing world is a fundamental part of its larger foreign policy strategy. Sweeping changes both within and outside of China and the transformation of geopolitics since the end of the cold war have prompted Beijing to reevaluate its strategies and objectives in regard to emerging nations.Featuring contributions by recognized experts, this is the first full-length treatment of China's relationship with the developing world in nearly two decades. Section one provides a general overview and framework of analysis for this important aspect of Chinese policy. The chapters in the second part of the book systematically examine China's relationships with Africa, the Middle East, Central Asia, Latin America, South Asia, and Southeast Asia. The book concludes with a look into the future of Chinese foreign policy.

Joshua Eisenman, Eric Heginbotham, Derek Mitchell, Kurt Campbell

Introduction, Joshua Eisenman, Eric Heginbotham, Derek Mitchell; China's Global Rise; Part I Analytical Background; Chapter 1 Expanding the "Strategic Periphery", Derek Mitchell, Carola McGiffert; Part II Regional Profiles; Chapter 2 China's Post-Cold War Strategy in Africa, Joshua Eisenman; Chapter 3 Repaving the Silk Road, Matthew Oresman; Chapter 4 Hegemony or Part nership, Chung-chian Teng; Chapter 5 China's Interests and Strategy in the Middle East and the Arab World, Mao Yufeng; Chapter 6 China's Relations with South Asia, Rollie Lal; Chapter 7 Stabilizing the Backyard, Michael A. Glosny; Part III Conclusions; Chapter 8 Evaluating China's Strategy Toward the Developing World, Eric Heginbotham;