China and Global Governance

China’s development has enormous implications for how the world is governed. The sheer size of the country means the effect of its activities inevitably spills over its borders. Beyond that, there is evidence that the Chinese government has taken an active role in a number of policy areas to defend China’s expanding national interest and to strengthen its status in the world. As China’s economy and its political ambition continue to grow, so will its influence around the world. In this article, we examine Chinese views and practices with regard to global governance. We also discuss the major factors that will shape the future of China’s involvement in global governance.