China Since Tiananmen: Political, Economic and Social Conflicts - Documents and Analysis / Edition 1

by Nancy Sullivan

Overview

This text presents a selection of articles from the Chinese and Hong Kong press. The 109 documents record the deepening social and political changes that have emerged in China since Tiananmen Square. The articles offer contrasting views in politics, economics, society and culture, and science and technology. They include revelations of profound social changes in Chinese society involving crime, AIDS and the profusion of new media. The book also features a historical chronology from June 1989 to early 1994 and a glossary of major political figures in the Chinese Communist Party and military.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781563245398
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	05/31/1995
Series:	East Gate Reader Series
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	300
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x (d)
Age Range:	18 Years

Table of Contents

Introduction I. Politics A. Aftermath of June 4,1989 B. Leadership and Ideology C. Political Structure-Central D. Political Structure-Regional and Local E. Corruption and Political Responsibility F. Policy Making in China: A Case Study of the Three Gorges Dam G. Foreign Policy II. ECONOMICS A. The Economic Structure B. Economic Policy Issues C. China and the World Economy III. SOCIETY AND CULTURE A. Social Changes B. Women and Population Policy C. Public Health and Environment D. Minorities E. Intellectuals, Journalism, and the Arts IV. SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY