China-South Korea Relations in the New Era - by Min Ye (Paperback)

About the Book

This book offers a comprehensive introduction to China-South Korea relations. It integrates recent theoretical advances in international relations with conventional wisdom in the study of East Asia. The analysis reveals a complicated and dynam

Book Synopsis

This book offers a comprehensive introduction to China-South Korea relations. It integrates recent theoretical advances in international relations with conventional wisdom in the study of East Asia. The analysis reveals a complicated and dynamic process that defines the bilateral relationship in the new century.

Review Quotes

Min Ye provides an excellent and timely examination of China-South Korean ties that goes beyond what is happening at the elite level to also include needed attention on lower, 'bottom-up' elements of the relationship. Few books have been able to capture the complexity of the relationship as this one does. This book is essential reading for those seeking clarity and depth on China, South Korea, and the future of Northeast Asia.

This volume by Min Ye is focused on relations between China and South Korea and offers not simply a comprehensive and insightful analysis of this very important relationship but also how the changing dynamics of this relationship affects the international relations of Northeast Asia overall and what the changing dynamics of this relationship are likely to bring as this new century continues to unfold. It is a welcome addition to the literature on the international relations of Northeast Asia and offers a solid and thoughtful analysis of a relationship that is often reduced to its connection to the behavior of North Korea. As a result, it is required reading for scholars interested in Asian Security and the development of the region's economy as well as for scholars interested in alliances and international relations in general.

Timely written, tightly framed, and carefully reasoned, this excellent book successfully investigates the dynamic multidimensional interactions of Sino-South Korea relations in a comprehensive and balanced way. Its insightful and informative analysis will make it essential reading for scholars as well as policy makers.

Ye's book contributes to the literature in a timely manner, and provides insights into maintaining stable bilateral relations.

About the Author

Min Ye is professor of political science at Coastal Carolina University.