Shen Zhihua is a distinguished historian focusing on the history of the Soviet Union, Sino-Soviet relations, and the Cold War. His profound insights into these complex subjects stem from extensive research and an analytical approach. Through his works, he illuminates key moments and the dynamics of East-West relations. His academic standing and expertise position him as a leading authority on this era.
Diplomatic historians Zhihua Shen and Yafeng Xia draw on previously untapped primary source materials revealing tensions and rivalries to offer a unique account of the China-North Korea relationship. They unravel the twists and turns in high-level diplomacy between China and North Korea from the late 1940s to the death of Mao Zedong in 1976.