The China Fallacy: How the U.S. Can Benefit from China's Rise and Avoid Another Cold War [Hardcover]

American critics who deeply fear a China threat have unduly influenced government policy. China hawks believe China intends to push the United States out of Asia and dominate the world. Protectionists argue that China threatens American jobs and prosperity.

This authoritative work examines why and how the U.S. should stabilize and improve its relations with China. It first assesses the threat posed by China, addressing such issues as military capability, Taiwan, the trade deficit, human rights and democracy. It then discusses the rationale for rapprochement between the two countries in order to achieve a stable peace. It makes the case for a fundamental shift in U.S. policy and efforts by both countries to increase their cooperation. It analyzes the benefits to the United States of this policy shift along with the potential impact on Japan, Taiwan, and both Koreas.

This significant work on U.S.-China relations will be an essential resource for the academic and policy community as well as of interest to the general reader on a topic of great public concern.

After assessing the shortcomings of U.S. policy, the book outlines measures that would lead to a stable peace and a new paradigm for U.S.-China relations.

Gross lays out the case for a more open trade relationship between the United States and China and adoption of a new framework for US-China relations. Walter C. Clemens Jr., Boston University, Asian Perspective 37 (2013)

I thoroughly enjoyed this thought-provoking book and I highly recommend it for all geopolitical enthusiasts, those interested in US-Sino relations and keen observers of China's rise. As this book is not a scientific study, but a political analysis, it is easy to read and suitable for those with limited knowledge of the struggle for power and influence in the Asian Pacific region. Jonathon Cini, Security and Peace

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