The book examines the pivotal 1971 Nixon-Kissinger announcement that initiated U.S. rapprochement with China, significantly impacting the U.S.-Japanese relationship within the broader context of détente. It posits that the international dynamics of East Asia during this period mirror aspects of today's post-Cold War landscape. By emphasizing China's role in shaping U.S. policy towards East Asia, the analysis offers insights into the future trajectory of the Sino-U.S.-Japanese triangular relationship in the twenty-first century.
