Bøger i Current History serien

Organized into three thematic sections - foreign policy and national security, economic policy and social issues, and domestic politics and governance, this book includes essays that cover salient topics such as China's military power, de-communization, growing economic strength, nationalism, and the possibility for democracy.

China's dramatic transformation over the past fifteen years has drawn its share of attention and fear from the global community and world leaders. This title provides an overview of the region, highlighting key issues as they developed in the People's Republic of China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan.

Focusing on modern South Asia, including India, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka, this volume provides an overview of the events and trends that have rocked the increasingly volatile region over the years. It also contains maps, as well as a "Recent Chronology of Events" that provides information on the region.