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Forging a Sino–Russo alliance: analysis with a hybrid theoretical framework / Gore, Lance L P

Gore, Lance L P	Journal Article
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China and Russia belong to different civilisations that preclude a stable alliance. However, the two countries share views on many major international issues and are in a viable position to push for an alternative international order. This article employs a hybrid model to examine the dynamics in the Sino–Russo relations, taking factors such as external pressure, national identity, culture and history, overall national strategy as well as balance of power into account.

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China ; Russia ; Sino–Russo Alliance ; Hybrid Theoretical Framework

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Merit-Based Patronage: Career Incentives of Local Leading Cadres in China / Li, Hui; Gore, Lance L P

Li, Hui	Journal Article
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This study tries to determine to what extent the Chinese bureaucracy is merit-based. By triangulating quantitative and qualitative survey data from a sample of Chinese cadres (n=286), the authors aim to answer the research question: ‘What is the behavioral impact of the incentive structure the cadre management system helps to shape, and does the incentive matrix support a meritocratic work environment?’. The findings demonstrate that the promotion of local leading cadres is primarily based on their superiors’ recognition and appreciation. A principal-component analysis reveals that what impresses the superiors includes both patronage and merit factors, although patronage has a slight edge over merit. This study also suggests that good interpersonal skills are essential for both merit- and patronage-oriented career advancement.

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China ; Career Incentives ; Local Leading Cadres

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