China’s engagement in conflict and post-conflict settings: the quest for stability
This paper finds that China’s vision of addressing conflicts and security challenges differs substantially from those of Western countries.
Abstract
This paper finds that China’s vision of addressing violent conflicts and security challenges differs substantially from those of Western countries. China seeks stability, rather than peace, and Chinese diplomats tend to avoid references to terms such as peace making and peacebuilding (with the exception of discussions around the UN). China’s economic development, and connectivity and trade needs – especially along the path of the Belt and Road Initiative – drive Chinese engagement in conflict and post-conflict settings. Once there, rather than actively pursuing peace, China seeks stability, especially in contexts where it has major financial and geostrategic interests.
This paper is an output of the Peace and Conflict Resolution Evidence Platform (PEACEREP) programme.
Citation
Mariani, B. China’s Engagement in Conflict and Post-Conflict Settings: The Quest for Stability. (PeaceRep Report: Global Transitions Series). PeaceRep: The Peace and Conflict Resolution Evidence Platform, University of Edinburgh 2022
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