POL 300 - Introduction to Asian Politics

Institution:

Catholic University of America

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Description:

Characteristics of politics in East Asian nations, namely China, Japan, and Korea. Highlights of geopolitical foundations. Religious-cultural traditions and their influences on political patterns. The impact of the Western penetrations into East Asia, and divergent developments in the three nations. Special role of the United States in East Asia since World War II. Issues of nationalism, Communism, democracy, economic development in contemporary East Asian politics. Major features of interactions among these states and with the world. Problems and prospects. World Politics.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.cua.edu

Phone Number:

(202) 319-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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