Who's Afraid of China?

Published as part of the Asian Arguments series by Zed Books, Who's Afraid of China? examines the global rise of Chinese influence and the dynamics of soft power in international affairs.

Author Michael Barr investigates how modern China projects cultural, political, and diplomatic persuasion across the globe. He considers what this expanding reach means for global balance and how other nations perceive and respond to China's growing stature. It provides a clear, accessible entry point into contemporary foreign relations and the strategic challenges posed by changing world powers.

This volume serves university students, lecturers, researchers, and general readers who follow global politics, Asian studies, and diplomatic policy.