On China

For more than twenty years after the Communist Revolution in 1949, China and the Western world had no diplomats in each other's capitals and no direct communication. In July 1971, Henry Kissinger secretly arrived in Beijing, leading to the reopening of relations between China and the West. Over the past forty years, Kissinger has maintained close relations with Chinese leaders, providing insights into China's history, diplomacy, and strategy. This book offers a detailed account of China's evolution since 1949, including portraits of leaders like Mao Zedong, Zhou Enlai, and Deng Xiaoping, and reproduces conversations with them. It reflects on China's approach to diplomacy and statecraft, drawing on decades of experience to provide valuable insights on China's role in the modern world.