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China, with its rapid economic rise, holds one of the master keys to the future of globalization in the post-cold war world. This article explores how China is coping with the forces of globalization since that time, beginning with a brief description of the global discourse and politics on globalization. The article then tracks Chinese views on globalization, especially how its promises and perils are conceptualized and addressed by key pundits and decision makers. An examination follows of the complex and evolving interplay between globalization and China’s policies in terms of globalizing economy, security, and soft power. The final section sketches out a series of major challenges confronting the Chinese leaders, each of which will involve a strategic decision and sequencing regarding how to cope with globalization challenges and how to redefine the role of the state as a competent, efficient, and adaptable actor.


China, with its rapid economic rise, holds one of the master keys to the future of globalization in the post-cold war world. This article explores how China is coping with the forces of globalization since that time, beginning with a brief description of the global discourse and politics on globalization. The article then tracks Chinese views on globalization, especially how its promises and perils are conceptualized and addressed by key pundits and decision makers. An examination follows of the complex and evolving interplay between globalization and China’s policies in terms of globalizing economy, security, and soft power. The final section sketches out a series of major challenges confronting the Chinese leaders, each of which will involve a strategic decision and sequencing regarding how to cope with globalization challenges and how to redefine the role of the state as a competent, efficient, and adaptable actor.