The book delves into China's foreign policy vision, emphasizing its historical imperial legacy and traditional political philosophy. It posits that China perceives itself as responsible for maintaining international order, advocating distinct roles for 'small' and 'big' states to ensure stability. The analysis highlights China's proactive diplomacy, manipulation of international discourse, and strategies involving both punishment for non-compliance and economic incentives for cooperation, offering a comprehensive view of its approach to global relations.
