China’s African Peacekeeping Decision-Making in Hu Jintao’s Era

The book delves into aspects related to China’s peacekeeping diplomacy with specific reference to its peacekeeping overtures in Africa. It deals with the country’s role in international peacekeeping that expanded under the leadership of the Chinese leader Hu Jintao. It examines the imperative for China to ensure a stable and secure environment in Africa. It discusses China’s considerable stakes in Africa in terms of promoting economic cooperation especially in order to gain access to natural resources and ensure the country’s economic growth. It is particularly concerned with to what extent peacekeeping interventions contribute to China’s ties with the countries of Africa. Presenting a detailed analysis of the issue, the work includes a range of data and cites developments vis-à-vis China’s presence and activities in African countries.