nclude topics on issues over Tawain, Tibet, Hong Kong, the Tiananmen Square incident, international commerce, Chinese economics, environmental concerns, and commercial diplomacy. The first chapter, written by Michelle Oksenberg, evaluates the distinctive problems that U.S.-China relations face in regards to Tibet, Taiwan, and Hong Kong. Oksenberg explains the conflicting perceptions that the U.S. and China have on these issues. The United States is worried about what effect Chinese control over Hong Kong may have on global economy, interested in maintaining acceptable treatment of Tibetans, and wishes to guard Taiwan from possible Chinese threat or Force. China sees these as "unwarranted intrusions into its domain," [pg. 94] and a strategy to keep China weak. Oskenberg opines that the United states and China must have more talks to remedy these differences while having more empathy and understanding of the other's view. Chapter two is written by Douglas H. Paal and examines China's increasing economic and military influence and how it is likely to affect the entire East Asian region. There is a delicate balance between the U.S.'s protection of other Asian countries and not provoking China. Again, the need for increased, consistent communications between the U.S. and China are emphasized. Paal advises that China is willing to work with the U.S. as long as it comes from a rational base, rather than whims and emotional reactions. In his conclusion, Paal opines that "to some degree tensions and perceived provocation will be necessary and inevitable component of a policy intended to dissuade China and others from counterproductive paths."[118] Chapter 3 is written by David Lampton, and discusses the undoubted need for China's, and especially Beijing's, involvement in world organizations. He makes clear the U.S. and the world organizations should avoid alienating China. This is because China is one of the rising global powers and it's strong ...
