CHINA STUDIES
China Studies as a whole brings into perspective the rising power’s mounting economic, military and diplomatic clout that certainly has the aptitude to either overturn or sustain the current contemporary world order. The Center broadly examines China’s international strategic thinking and conduct, foreign and security policy, and the impact of domestic politics and economy on China’s foreign relations. It further addresses China’s emergence in the face of the world in flux, domestic politics, economy, society, culture, People’s Liberation Army and Tibet Autonomous Region and most importantly her engagement with each of South Asian country.
ARTICLES
Mitigating the Impacts of Climate Change in Nepal’s Terai Region: Sustainable Solutions for a Resilient Future
The Terai area of Nepal, noted for its lush farmland and dynamic people, is facing a multidimensional challenge posed by climate change and this environmental hazard manifests itself in a variety of ways, each posing a distinct set of problems to the region's social, economic, and biological landscape.
A Game of Chess with New Set of Players and Rules- US versus China
Global institutions such as the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) have remained largely impervious to much-needed reforms.
Decoding the Relevance of Shanghai Cooperation Organization Grouping
India and China, both are emerging market economies and has been moving towards becoming major market economy in the coming few years in terms of per capita income therefore, both the countries have immense potential to influence the world politics to greater extent.
The Triad: China, Russia, and Iran
Russia and Iran will never align themselves against India and it is inconceivable that these two countries would join forces against India.
China’s Emergence as a Global Peace-Broker
If China succeeds in brokering a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine it would be a grand diplomatic victory for Beijing; establishing it as a true alternative to the US overshadowing not only the Iran-Saudi deal, but also others.
Senkaku Island Dispute between Japan and China
The Senkaku/ Diaoyu Islands’ contention has significantly impacted the political relations between Japan and China and has caused a considerable strain in their relationship, with both sides refusing to back down.
Invasion of Taiwan and its Implications for China
The invasion could trigger an arms race in the region forcing countries to increase their defense spending and pursue nuclear ambitions to deter China, while Japan has already announced its new defense plan and most significant military build-up since World War II.
The Role of Institutions in Shaping China’s Ethnic Policy
Professor Fei Xiaotong proposed a framework of “a pluralist-unity structure of the Chinese nation” which was adhered to in the 3 pillars of ethnic policy in 1947, and soon SEAC was established which was to implement such policies, but the vision of ‘pluralism’ is being eroded and is being replaced by a much darker notion of ‘Han chauvinism.’