Sino-Myanmar Relations: Is<i>Pauk-Phaw</i>Pragmatic or Rhetoric?

Yue, Ricky Wai-Kay

doi:10.1080/15339114.2014.926805

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“…To be sure, according to Confucius, harmony is achieved from internal self. This is the fundamental difference from the Western concept of enforcement through rule of law and punishment (Yue 2014) (Figure 3). Why has Confucianism failed to deliver its potential as a non-Western international relations theory?…”

Section: Operational Mechanism Of Confucianism In South-south Cooperamentioning

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“…The order under a Confucian tributary system was like the relationship between father and son, unequal but benign out of respect (Qin 2010: 42). Indeed, a Confucian world order is quite different from the landscape painted by Western international relations theories of realism, liberalism and constructivism (Yue 2014). Whereas realism leads to hegemony, liberalism causes interdependency, and constructivism encourages regionalism, Confucianism promotes a harmonious world under an asymmetrical system crafted out of mutual respect (Table 2).…”

Section: The Embedded Realism In Taoism and The Promise Of Confucianismmentioning

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Beyond dependency: the promise of Confucianism in Post-Westphalia International relations

Yue

2015

Bandung: Journal of the Global South

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The landscape of post-colonial development is marked by deepening dependency of the developing states on the core states consisted mainly of western developed countries. The continuous widening of the north–south divide is not surprising given that the discourse on international relations has been dominated by western ideologies of realism, liberalism and constructivism, resulting in an insufficient attempt to examine international relations from a non-Westphalian perspective. Through the implementation of the Washington Consensus, developing countries are being forced to follow the development model of liberal democracy designed by the West, for the benefit of the West. This paper attempts to investigate an alternative approach from a Chinese historical structural perspective. By highlighting the key tenets of Confucianism, this paper aims to contribute towards a non-Western international relations discourse that is based on moral values. Attempts by China to provide assistance to the “poor south” are marred by accusations of neo-colonialism. In order to fulfil its great power responsibility, China needs to incorporate these Confucian values into its Beijing Consensus so that the global south can abandon their dependency on the West and truly set the stage for south-south cooperation.

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Section: Operational Mechanism Of Confucianism In South-south Cooperamentioning

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Section: The Embedded Realism In Taoism and The Promise Of Confucianismmentioning

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Beyond dependency: the promise of Confucianism in Post-Westphalia International relations

Yue

2015

Bandung: Journal of the Global South

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“…The term Pauk-Phaw, in the Burmese language means "kinsfolk" -a term used by both to describe their relationship. 37 The fact that China"s economic development might help spur development in Myanmar is a powerful incentive for both countries to support each other. For example, Myanmar is supportive of the One Belt-One Road (OBOR) initiative.…”

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To Intervene or Not to Intervene: Ethics of Humanitarian Intervention in Myanmar

Syed¹

2019

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The Rohingya, sometimes referred to as the "most persecuted people in the world", in 2017, once again, faced violence in Myanmar and many have been forced into displacement across international borders. More recently, in August 2018, they were in the spotlight as they observed the "anniversary" of the spate of mass displacements. The violence faced by this group is of extreme proportions and has persisted over many decades. This article examines the issue of the Rohingya of Myanmar from the lens of global ethics and International Relations. The solution to this humanitarian crisis does not seem to be coming from inside the borders of the country. From outside, there exists the possibility of international intervention on humanitarian grounds. The article explores a possible framework for such an intervention by examining interests of the intervening states and those of the people of the intervened state.

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“…Burma was also the first non-communist country to recognise the Maoist government in Beijing. Shortly afterwards, a period of what was called 'Pauk Phaw' (Sino-Burmese kinship) began, based on both states' support for the ideas of peaceful coexistence and decolonisation (Yue 2014). However, Sino-Burmese relations experienced difficulties, and Burma found it difficult to escape the political eddies which were buffeting its northern neighbour during the Maoist era.…”

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New Actors and Innovative Approaches to Peacebuilding: The Case of Myanmar

Alexandra

Lanteigne

2017

Rethinking Peace and Conflict Studies

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This chapter examines the peacebuilding role of selected external actors, especially Indonesia and China, through a study of Myanmar. These two rising powers have played differing but prominent roles in peacebuilding. Indonesia represents an emerging actor in Myanmar diplomacy, both as a single player as well as a prominent member of ASEAN. The chapter shows how Indonesia has explicitly sought mainly to “share” its own experience of transition from semi-authoritarian rule and its handling of various internal armed conflicts. Its cooperation in peace processes and security training has been in response to the demand and pace of the partner government. China maintained ties with Myanmar during its period of diplomatic isolation between the late 1980s and 2010. Beijing adopted a soft power approach towards its southern neighbour, attempting to play a mediating role in peace talks in Myanmar and offering general support for negotiations, including hosting them. The Chinese Embassy in Yangon also sought a more active role in regional aid and assistance. Those initiatives reflect a more active global profile on peace issues as well as Beijing’s geopolitical interests. The chapter also briefly analyzes other external peacebuilding actors in Myanmar, namely Norway, India, Japan and Switzerland, to further elucidate similarities and differences among traditional and new peacebuilding actors.

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Sino-Myanmar Relations: IsPauk-PhawPragmatic or Rhetoric?

Cited by 5 publications

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Beyond dependency: the promise of Confucianism in Post-Westphalia International relations

Beyond dependency: the promise of Confucianism in Post-Westphalia International relations

To Intervene or Not to Intervene: Ethics of Humanitarian Intervention in Myanmar

New Actors and Innovative Approaches to Peacebuilding: The Case of Myanmar

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