China has the world's longest international land border and the largest
population. Governing a nation of this size and protecting its borders
is a real challenge. The nation is rich in natural resources and its
vast population brings a huge workforce. Rapid economic growth has seen
China overtake many nations to become the world's second largest
economy. China's new status also gives it a greater voice on the global
stage. As we embark on a new era of Chinese politics, this book looks at
whether China can sustain its development and asks if the international
balance of power will shift.