"This book argues that the current state of China requires an important paradigm shift in the way the party …, and the impact of new media. Overall, the book provides a thorough appraisal of the difficulties which China currently …

Stability, development and unity in contemporary China -- Critical developments in Chinese politics -- Privatisation … -- Uneven economic development -- China's environmental problems -- Population change and food security in China -- Ethnic … minorities -- Critical social issues -- Cross strait relations and China's reunification prospects …