China's Japan Policy: Learning from the Past

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Focusing on historical memories, the book examines how China's perceptions influence its foreign policy towards Japan. It argues that mental shortcuts rooted in the past shape current interpretations and policy behaviors. The author moves beyond traditional realist and liberal theories, which prioritize states' interests and material capabilities, to provide a deeper conceptual understanding of the evolving Sino-Japanese relations in the twenty-first century. This exploration highlights the significant role of historical context in international politics.