China's Blue Economy: Evolution and Geostrategic Implications [Hardcover]

1. introduction? 2. Origins and Expansion of the Blue Economy Concept? 3. China's Blue Economy Concept and Evolution? 4. The Blue Economy and Chinese Maritime Power? 5. The Blue Economy in US-China Relations? 6. Geostrategic Implications of China's Development of The Blue Economy? 7. Conclusion

This book examines Chinas approach to developing a Blue Economy, compares Chinas efforts to developments in the United States, analyses prospects, cooperation, and competition, and outlines strategic implications arising from Chinas linkage of the Blue Economy development concept to its Maritime Silk Road initiative.

The United States and China are each actively pursuing development of a Blue Economy to promote greater marine, maritime, and naval capabilities through more innovative, sustainable and environmentally friendly means. This book examines Chinas approach to developing a Blue Economy, compares Chinas efforts to developments in the United States, analyses prospects for cooperation, and competition, and outlines strategic implications arising from Chinas linkage of the Blue Economy development concept to its Maritime Silk Road initiative. An understanding of the Blue Economy as it is being pursued in China and the Indo-Pacific region is extremely relevant for academics, industry professionals, and government officials.

Features

• Describes in detail the development of the Blue Economy concept in China over time
• Includes geostrategic analysis based on the author's extensive research and explains the implications of China's Blue Economy strategy for the Indo-Pacific region
• Discusses timely and important topics of interest to government, industry, and academic experts, both present and future
• Adds value to the studies, interdisciplinary collaborations, and expertise on a complex issl“0