China Renaissance, The: The Rise of Xi Jinping and the 18th Communist Party Congress
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Insight into China's political evolution and future.
If you're fascinated by the power dynamics and intrigue that define China's political landscape, "China Renaissance" is worth your attention. Written by the journalists at the South China Morning Post, it goes beyond surface-level information to offer a rare glimpse into the events and personalities that shaped China's current trajectory. It's especially relevant for those keen to understand the global implications of China's rise under Xi Jinping's leadership.
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China Renaissance, The: The Rise of Xi Jinping and the 18th Communist Party Congress
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ISBN: 9789814522861
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The South China Morning Post
Publisher: Wspc
Date of Publication: 2013-06-06
Format: Paperback
Goodreads rating: 3.83
(rated by 6 readers)
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Insight into China's political evolution and future.
If you're fascinated by the power dynamics and intrigue that define China's political landscape, "China Renaissance" is worth your attention. Written by the journalists at the South China Morning Post, it goes beyond surface-level information to offer a rare glimpse into the events and personalities that shaped China's current trajectory. It's especially relevant for those keen to understand the global implications of China's rise under Xi Jinping's leadership.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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