Chinese History

Publications, archival sources, and conversations related to the international history of China in the 20th century, brought to you by the Wilson Center's History and Public Policy Program.

Key Takeaways

Since the early 1990s, the Wilson Center has published cutting edge historical research on the domestic politics and international relations of the People's Republic of China.

  • "A rare glimpse into the internal dynamics of Chinese foreign policy making at a time when the Chinese government has curtailed access to information” - Sergey Radchenko
  • "Indispensable for scholars, journalists and indeed anyone seeking to understand the arc of Beijing's diplomatic policy" - Richard McGregor

History and Public Policy Program

A global leader in making key archival records accessible and fostering informed analysis, discussion, and debate on foreign policy, past and present.   Read more

History and Public Policy Program