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Jie (politics, Adelaide U., Australia) argues that the supreme goal of Taiwanese foreign policy is the international recognition of its sovereignty and legitimacy. He credits Lee Teng-hui (President of Taiwan 1998-2000) with furthering this goal in an unprecedented manner. This argument is pushed within the context of a more general examination of Taiwan's foreign policy that also addresses issues of national security, economics, and social well-being. The primary window for this examination is an account of Taiwan's relationship to the six core countries of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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Taiwan has become a significant player on the world stage in many areas and has developed a distinct international profile and influence. Its pro-active foreign policy firmly reminds the world of a new political entity's achievement, aspirations and unfulfilled ambitions. This pioneering book discusses Taiwan's pragmatic diplomacy as a way of seeking legitimacy, survival and development for a burgeoning nation-state, against the dynamic changes in domestic and international scenes and tumultuous relations with China. With special reference to Taiwan's relations with Southeast Asia, a key region in Taiwan's international linkages, the book investigates three major pillars sustaining Taipei's unorthodox diplomacy. These three pillars are: Taiwan's investment and trade prowess, and the global networks built by its business elite; its special relations with global ethnic Chinese communities; and transnational activism of Taiwan's political, social and religious groups, in a so-called 'total diplomacy'.Political Scientists, students and international policy makers along with anyone interested in the changing role of China and Taiwan on the world stage will find this book lively and informative.
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