"[An] authoritative survey of power maximisation and strategic calculation." - Kosmas Tsokhas, Journal of Contemporary Asia "A well-structured and convincing analysis of China's regionalism diplomacy and its consequences for international order." - Zhemming Zhong, Journal of Chinese Political Science "A welcome addition to the growing literature on China's foreign relations in the twenty-first century." - Zhiqun Zhu, Pacific Affairs "Although many other works have examined China's regional relations, few have done so in the systematic manner that Beeson and Li adopt." - Brandon K. Yoder, International Studies Review "An insightful analysis. The authors display a thorough knowledge of the Chinese perspective, including the views of both the party-state leadership and Chinese netizens." - Choice.