Is China a Friend or a Foe? China and the Balance of Power in Asia

February 28, 2006

Fukuoka - Institute for National Strategic Studies Fellows Dr. Phillip C. Saunders and Dr. Ellen L. Frost discussed their vision of China with academics, media, business, government, and security executives at the Fukuoka American Center. Their presentation, "A Comprehensive Assessment of the Impact of China�fs Rise,�h reviewed US and Japanese policies that attempt to balance cooperation, economic growth and trade with the need to watch and prepare to respond to strengthening Chinese military might.