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The Idea of China: Chinese Thinkers on Power, Progress, and People

Last updated: August 11, 2024 6:02 pm
By GEOPOLIST | Istanbul Center for Geopolitics Published July 17, 2024 704 Views 4 Min Read
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Contents
Contents OverviewDetailed ThemesAI and Green Modernity

The book “The Idea of China” by Alicja Bachulska, Mark Leonard, and Janka Oertel, published by the European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR) in July 2024, explores the evolving concept of China in the global context.

“The Idea of China” develves into the emerging influence of Chinese thought and philosophy on global issues under the leadership of Xi Jinping. As China is traditionally recognized for its extensive product exports, the book posits that the country may soon be equally renowned for exporting its ideas.

Under Xi Jinping’s directive, Chinese academics are working to develop distinctly Chinese perspectives on contemporary global challenges. Many Chinese intellectuals assert that the US-led global order is in decline, leading to a period of prolonged instability. They are thus proposing strategies for Beijing to navigate this turbulence and advance its interests.

Chinese scholars are actively engaging in major debates and formulating new approaches on a variety of critical issues such as artificial intelligence, the green transition, and the international financial system. Additionally, there are significant discussions about demographic changes, feminism, and promoting China’s achievements on the global stage.

This evolving “idea of China” is of significant interest to those seeking to understand the country’s growing influence and its implications for the global order. Readers may be motivated by various reasons, whether it’s acknowledging the shifts, finding ways to compete, or counteracting Chinese ideas that may challenge other nations’ rights and freedoms.

Overall, the book presents a comprehensive look at how China is not only positioning itself as a global economic powerhouse but also as a key player in shaping global ideologies and policies.

Here are the key sections and themes discussed in the book:

Contents Overview

  1. Acknowledgments
  2. Executive Summary
  3. The World of Ideas
  4. The Age of Chinese Solutions
  5. The Idea of China
  6. Power, Progress, and People
    • Power by Mark Leonard
      • Discusses the major transformations in China over the past century.
      • Examines China’s holistic national security approach, covering various aspects from health to sanctions to new frontiers.
      • Analyzes China’s stance on international relations and its alternative to America’s “cold war mentality.”
    • Progress by Janka Oertel
      • Explores China’s solutions to global problems, focusing on AI, decarbonization, and green modernity.
      • Delves into the concept of “ecological civilization” and China’s efforts towards creating a “beautiful China.”

Detailed Themes

  • Great Changes Unseen in a Century: Reviews significant socio-political changes in China and their implications for global power dynamics.
  • Survival and Holistic National Security: Discusses China’s strategy to ensure national security through various means, including economic policies and technological advancements.
  • Living in a ‘Long Covid State’: Examines the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on China’s policies and international stance.
  • Dual Circulation: Analyzes China’s economic strategy to balance domestic consumption with external trade.
  • Democratizing International Relations: Explores China’s vision of a multipolar world order and its efforts to promote this through diplomatic and economic means.
  • China’s Role in Global Conflicts: Looks at China’s involvement and positioning in conflicts such as in Ukraine and Gaza.

AI and Green Modernity

  • AI Marxism: Investigates China’s approach to integrating artificial intelligence within its socio-economic framework.
  • Green Industrialism and Ecological Civilization: Details China’s commitment to environmental sustainability and its green modernization initiatives.

For more detailed insights, you can refer to the full text of the book.

Source: European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR)

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