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
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.’
Costs of India’s Under-balancing of China
India needs to recognize the fact that the other great and strong power would invest in its friendship only when they see potential in it. If India does not want to be contained in a narrow enemy circle, it needs to strongly and strategically respond to the threats from China.
Sino-Arab Relations: Trajectory Upgraded
Beijing was also able to garner the Arab support for its new flagship projects i.e. Global Development Initiative and the Global Security Initiative - the two sides agreeing to make all-out efforts to build a China-Arab community with a shared future in the new era.