The expanding scope of China's international activities is one of the newest and most important trends in global affairs. Its global activism is continually changing and has so many dimensions that it immediately raises questions about its current and long-term intentions. This monograph analyzes how China defines its international objectives, how it is pursuing them, and what it means for U.S. economic and security interests.

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Introduction -- China's foreign policy outlook -- Current perceptions of the international security environment -- China's foreign policy objectives -- China's expanding diplomatic toolkit -- China's foreign policy actions -- Challenges facing Chinese diplomacy -- Conclusions.