China and the Jewish People: Old Civilizations in a New Era

Publication Date: January 2004

Publisher: Jewish People Policy Planning Institute

Author(s): Shalom Salomon Wald

Research Area: Culture and religion; International relations

Keywords: Education; Public Policies; Globalization; International Relations

Type: Report

Coverage: China

Abstract:

The author asserts that as China emerges as a world power, Jews have an opportunity to pursue policy strategies that will create favorable Jewish-Chinese relations. He relates Chinese history as it pertains to modernization and to interaction with Judaism. He argues for much greater Jewish engagement with China and offers a range of policy recommendations.