Solving Challenges to China＇s Periphery Diplomacy

In recent years, as the U.S. has shifted its strategic focus eastward, maritime and territorial disputes between China and several other countries have worsened and a number of China＇s neighbors have adjusted their China policies. The regional security environment has undergone several significant and complicated changes. After 2000, China＇s periphery strategy has also met new problems and challenges, which has required timely responses and calm assessment from Beijing.