China has developed itself against the international backgroundof the reinforcing interaction between the world multi-polarizationand economic globalization. Its relations with the outside worldhave been ever closer and its interests more interrelated with thoseof the other actors in the world. While increasingly influenced bythe international community, Chinas interaction with the rest of theworld has also been intensified. Chinas future and destiny are moreclosely tied to those of the world. China needs an endurable peacefulinternational environment and sound economic climate for itsdevelopment, which, in turn, would contribute positively to the worldpeace, common development and mutually beneficial cooperation.Meanwhile, China is also benefited from and benefiting the world.
Preface Part Ⅰ Overview An Overview of the International Situation and Chinas Diplomacy in 2008 Part Ⅱ The International Situation in 2008/2009 Chapter 1 Strategic Readjustment and Trend of the US Diplomacy Chapter 2 The Fukuda and Aso Cabinets Diplomacy in Asia Chapter 3 EU Integration: A Tortuous Path Chapter 4 Russias Strategic Posture in Diplomacy in 2008 Chapter 5 Trend of the Geopolitical Configuration in Central Asia after the Russia-Georgia Conflict Chapter 6 Sustained and Steady Growth of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Chapter 7 The Capricious Situation in the Middle East with None of the Hot Issues Settled Chapter 8 New Developments of.the Nuclear Issue on the Korean Peninsula Chapter 9 Tense Confrontation over the Iranian Nuclear Issue-Features of the Gaming on the Iranian Nuclear Issue in 2008 Chapter 10 Steady Progress in Regional Integration of Latin America Chapter 11 Opportunities and Challenges in Asia-Pacific Cooperation Chapter 12 Rise of Emerging Powers and Reshaping of International Order Chapter 13 Global Financial Crisis and Its Impact Chapter 14 Overview of the Situation of International Arms Control and Disarmament in 2008 Chapter 15 The Changing Situation and Prospects for the International Negotiations on Climate Change Chapter 16 Review of the 2008 World Economy and World Economic Outlook Part Ⅲ Chinas Diplomacy in 2008/2009 Chapter 17 Review of the Security Situation Surrounding China and Its Prospects Chapter 18 Chinas Commitment to Multilateral Diplomacy and Its Main Actions Chapter 19 The China-US Relationship: Shaping the Future at A New Starting Point ……