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Beijing's institutionalised economic statecraft towards Brazil: a case study
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Abstract This study adopts an institutional approach in the case analysis of China's economic statecraft towards Brazil. In light of institutionalisation theory, it examines the institutional arrangements between Beijing and Brasilia for the purpose of facilitating bilateral economic cooperation and advancin... view more
This study adopts an institutional approach in the case analysis of China's economic statecraft towards Brazil. In light of institutionalisation theory, it examines the institutional arrangements between Beijing and Brasilia for the purpose of facilitating bilateral economic cooperation and advancing strategic partnership. As a descriptive effort, it yields some preliminary findings: first, the institutionalisation of China's economic statecraft towards Brazil is incremental, driven largely by the desire for and belief in long-term planning; second, a set of norms, values, and principles is instituted alongside designated agencies, point persons, operational protocols, and exchange mechanisms, creating a form of institutional governance based on a multi-actor, multilevel, and network-based steering mode; third, governance remains so centralised that it falls short in empowering strategic participation; and, fourth and finally, Beijing's institution-building proves useful in the management of relations with Brazil, suggesting that economic statecraft may benefit from institutionalisation.... view less
Keywords
China; Brazil; economic relations; bilateral relations; economic cooperation; economic policy; institutionalization; foreign policy
Classification
International Relations, International Politics, Foreign Affairs, Development Policy
Document language
English
Publication Year
2021
Page/Pages
p. 339-365
Journal
Journal of Current Chinese Affairs, 50 (2021) 3
Issue topic
PRC Economic Statecraft Explored: How Uniquely Chinese Are Its Characteristics?
ISSN
1868-4874
Status
Published Version; peer reviewed