China: Indian perspectives on China’s politics, economy, and foreign relations

Is China a neighbour to be feared, a friend to be wooed, or a stranger to be kept at arm’s length? Is China’s rise as a superpower a result of a unique political model? Is it an intangible civilisational feature?

This collection of essays aims to demystify China and answer these questions. It is not an “India-China” book (of which there is no shortage) but a volume that aims to fill the knowledge gap, offering original Indian perspectives on China and the future of relations between the two nations.

What’s Inside?

This book features contributions from 12 outstanding Indian scholars and experts. It is a unique volume that provides an in-depth look at China through four main sections:

· Politics: This section offers a comprehensive and nuanced examination of the Chinese Communist Party’s operations and the political trends of the Xi Jinping era.

· Economy: Analysing China’s economic rise and its changing technology landscape, this section also examines the factors behind its slowing economy and the implications for India.

· China & India: From evolving bilateral ties to military modernisation and the boundary question, this section examines different facets of China’s relations with India.

· China & the World: This section features essays on China’s perspective on its place in the world, India’s role within that vision, and its expanding relations with the Global South. The final chapter focuses on Chinese society and its evolving relationship with the State.

A Timely and Enduring Perspective

China’s rise is a pivotal event that will shape the next century, and few countries will be as deeply affected by it as India. Going forward, India must invest a lot more in understanding China’s present and future trajectories.

This book not only captures China’s complexities at this unique moment in world history but also offers a perspective that will stand the test of time. It is a must-read for anyone interested in foreign affairs, the state of the world, and the fate of our shared future.