| ID | 143787 |
| Title Proper | About Face—the relational dimension in Chinese IR discourse |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Ho, Benjamin Tze Ern |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | The preservation of face is an important concept in Chinese behavioral patterns, both at individual and national levels. Beyond national interest considerations, modern-day diplomacy between China and the world also involves substantially the exchange of face. This article will argue that face represents a relational understanding of how China views and interacts with the world. By linking face to three themes that international relations scholars frequently use in describing how China sees the world, namely, the tribute system, the Chinese memory of historical humiliation and China’s distrust of the American-led international system, the article hopes to show how the understanding of face—as a crucial element of Chinese identity—can inform scholars and practitioners in their attempts to engage China. |
| `In' analytical Note | Journal of Contemporary China Vol. 25, No.98; Mar 2016: p.307-320 |
| Journal Source | Journal of Contemporary China Vol: 25 No 98 |
| Key Words | Relational Dimension ; Chinese IR Discourse ; Chinese Behavioral Patterns |