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China 2020: How Western Business Canand ShouldInfluence Social and Political Change in the Coming Decade,New
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Chinese society is plagued by many problems that have a direct impact on its current and future business and political environmentworker rights, product safety, Internet freedom, and the rule of law. Drawing on knowledge gained through personal interviews, documentary sources, and almost two decades of visits to China, Michael A. Santoro offers a cleareyed view of the various internal forcessuch as regionalism, corruption, and growing inequalitythat will determine the direction and pace of economic, social, and political change. Of special interest is Santoro's assessment of the role of multinational corporations in fostering or undermining social and political progress. Santoro offers a fresh and innovative way of thinking about two questions that have preoccupied Western observers for decades. What will be the effect of economic reform and prosperity on political reform? How can companies operate with moral integrity and ethics in China? In China 2020, Santoro unifies these hitherto separate questions and demonstrates that moral integrity (or lack of it) by Western business will have a profound impact on whether economic privatization and growth usher in greater democracy and respect for human rights.China 2020 also offers a novel vision of China's future economic and political development. Santoro rejects the conventional view that China will muddle through the next decade with incremental social and political changes. Instead he argues that China will follow one or two widely divergent potential outcomes. It might continue to progress steadily toward greater prosperity, democracy, and respect for human rights, but it is also highly likely that China will instead fall backward economically and into an ever more authoritarian regime. The next decade will be one of the most important in the history of China, and, owing to China's global impact, the history of the modern world. China 2020 describes various tectonic social and political battles going on within China. The outcomes of these struggles will depend on a number of powerful indigenous forces as well as the decisions and actions of individual Chinese citizens. Santoro strongly believes that Western businesses canand shouldinfluence these developments.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of the book 'China 2020'? A: The book focuses on how Western businesses can influence social and political change in China over the coming decade, addressing issues like worker rights, product safety, Internet freedom, and the rule of law.
- Q: Who is the author of 'China 2020'? A: The author is Michael A. Santoro, who has extensive experience in China and draws on nearly two decades of visits and personal interviews.
- Q: What are some key themes explored in 'China 2020'? A: Key themes include the impact of economic reform on political change, the moral integrity of Western businesses, and the potential divergent paths for China's future.
- Q: How does the book address the role of multinational corporations? A: The book examines how multinational corporations can either foster or undermine social and political progress in China, emphasizing their significant influence.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as a 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating it may have minor wear but is still functional and readable.
- Q: What is the binding type of 'China 2020'? A: The book is available in hardcover binding, which provides durability and a professional appearance.
- Q: How many pages does 'China 2020' contain? A: The book contains 184 pages, offering a concise yet comprehensive examination of its topics.
- Q: When was 'China 2020' published? A: The book was published on June 15, 2009, providing insights relevant to its time and ongoing discussions about China's development.
- Q: Is 'China 2020' suitable for academic study? A: Yes, 'China 2020' is suitable for academic study, particularly in fields like business ethics, political science, and international relations, due to its analytical approach and well-researched content.
- Q: What edition of 'China 2020' is being offered? A: The book is offered in its first edition, which contains the original insights and analyses presented by the author.