2000-

This volume describes how China has extremely limited political reform, but economic reform has made China one of the world's leading manufacturing centers.

Presents a study of reforms in China since the death in 1976 of Mao Zedong, and discusses the effects of cultural revolution on the people, living standards between rural and urban areas, corruption, and a government that continues to resist change.

Explores the issue oc China by placing opinions from a wide range of sources in a unique pro/con format. Each anthology features 14-16 carefully edited, accessible articles that clearly express various perspectives on the topic at hand. Useful charts, graphs, and cartoons illustrate each article, while attractive color photos enliven the text.

Profiles the dictatorship of the Assads in Syria, from their rise to power to the present day.

An eye-opening investigation into China's Communist Party and its integral role in the country's rise as a global superpower and rival of the United States.

Traces the Chinese economic structure and corporate growth over the last several years and examines how and why it has become the center of global capitalism that has surpassed that of the United States and the impact on operations around the world.

Examines the life and leadership of Bashar al-Assad, chosen as successor to his father, the president of Syria, in 2000, discussing the challenges he faces as he tries to modernize his country.