Taiwan in world affairs
By: edited by Robert G. Sutter and William R. Johnson.
Contributors: Sutter, Robert G.; Johnson, William R., 1929-; Gaston Sigur Center for East Asian Studies.
Publisher: Westview Press; Westview Pr (Short Disc)
Published: 1994
Place of publication: Boulder
Language: eng
Number of pages: 328
Subjects: Taiwan -- Foreign relations -- 1945-; Taiwan -- Politics and government -- 1988-2000.; Taiwan -- Economic conditions -- 1975-
Description: Traditionally, Taiwan has been viewed as the passive pawn of more aggressive powers, yet now it has begun to assert its voice in world affairs - especially through economic influence. This volume brings together leading scholars, to examine the origins and implications of Taiwan's global role and the ramifications of its growing strength for such crucial policy issues as China's reunification and U.S. policy in East Asia.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.
"Published in cooperation with the Gaston Sigur Center for East Asian Studies, the George Washington University, Washington, DC."