Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: This article investigates the historiography of Richard Nixon’s 1972 visit to China, examining how scholars’ interpretations of the event have evolved. Beginning with early Cold War analyses, the study traces shifts in perspective during the 1980s and 1990s, informed by declassified material and changing global dynamics. It also examines the role of Nixon’s diplomacy, the economic and political motivations behind the visit, and its long-term impact on Sino-US relations. The article concludes with a discussion of future directions for research and the complexities of understanding this historic diplomatic moment.
Source: Cogent Social Sciences
Authors: Yong Wang, Li Li, Syed Tahir Abbas
Institution: Southwest University
Language: English
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $1,165
OpenAlex ID: W4415076410