Overview

This new edition of Asia Pacific in World Politics reflects the impact of nearly a decade of significant events and shifts in the region: the escalation of the conflicts between China and the US and China and Taiwan, the changing regional role of Japan, growing numbers of refugees, the Covid-19 pandemic, Indonesia's increasing prominence, and much more. Updated throughout and designed to encourage students to engage with contemporary issues and debates, the book provides a historically grounded, accessible overview of Asia Pacific's dynamic role in the international arena.

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Author:   Derek McDougall
Publisher:   Lynne Rienner Publishers Inc
Imprint:   Lynne Rienner Publishers Inc
Edition:   3rd Revised edition
ISBN:  

9781962551021

ISBN 10:   1962551024
Pages:   425
Publication Date:   31 July 2024
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Asia Pacific in World Politics. THE MAJOR POWERS IN THE REGION. The United States: A Declining Hegemon? China: Projecting Power. Japan: A Significant Influence. China and the United States: Coexistence or Conflict. Japan and the United States: A Continuing Alliance. China and Japan: A Tense Relationship.  CONFLICTS IN NORTHEAST ASIA Asia.  Taiwan: The Eye of the Storm. The Two Koreas: Nuclear Danger. Changing Dynamics in Southeast Asia. International Politics in Southeast Asia. Indonesia: Rising Despite Constraints. OTHER KEY REGIONAL ACTORS. India: A Growing Power. Russia: A Problematic Power. Australia: A Significant Middle Power. International Organizations: A Complex Web. CONCLUSION. Emerging Themes.

Reviews

"Praise for the previous editions: ""An excellent introductory overview of Asia-Pacific international relations."" - Kazuhiko Noguchi, Pacific Affairs ""Highly recommended."" - Choice ""Provides an excellent introduction to East and South Asia [in world politics]."" -Varun Sahni, Contemporary Southeast Asia"

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Derek McDougall is professor of political sicence at the University of Melbourne

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