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Chinese Maritime Power in the 21st Century Strategic Planning, Policy and Predictions

296 Pages

by Routledge

294 Pages 3 B/W Illustrations

by Routledge

294 Pages 3 B/W Illustrations

by Routledge

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This book analyses China’s maritime strategy for the 21st century, integrating strategic planning, policy thinking and strategic prediction. This book explains the construction and application of China's military, political, economic and diplomatic means for building maritime power, and predicts the future of China's maritime power by 2049, as well as development trends in global maritime... Read more

1. Three Major Systematic Objectives of Chinese Maritime Power

2. The Connotation and Characteristics of Chinese Maritime Power

3. China’s Coastal Geostrategy

4. China’s Exterior Line Strategy at Sea

5. Disputes Over the Diaoyu Islands and Demarcation of the East China Sea

6. A Solution to Tensions in the South China Sea

7. Promoting Peaceful Power Transition between China and the United States

8. Maritime relations with Japan, ASEAN, India, Australia and Russia

9. Deterrence is Preferable to Fighting

10. Tridents Beyond Armed Force

11. Conclusion and Expectation: China’s Maritime Power in the Year 2049