The United States and a Rising China
Khalilzad, Zalmay / Shulsky, Abram N. / Byman, Daniel L. / Cliff, Roger / et al
China has been embarked on a process of reform and modernization that has led to unprecedented economic development. The goal is to make China a developed country, which would, among other things, raise the standard of living and prepare the base for a strong military. The Chinese leadership considers good relations with the United States to be strongly advisable, if not absolutely necessary, but sovereignty concerns (especially with regard to...