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Global Tensions and Human Rights in China

Ryan Hall

Ryan Hall

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Study Guide Overview

This study guide covers global tensions involving China, including trade disputes with the US, reasons for cutting investments, territorial disputes in the East/South China Seas, cyber espionage, and political interference. It also examines human rights in China, focusing on general concerns, the Uighur situation and re-education camps, the Mulan controversy, and prominent Chinese human rights activists. The guide includes practice questions and emphasizes key figures, events, and regions to know for the AP Chinese exam.

AP Chinese Exam Study Guide: Global Tensions & Human Rights in China

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1. Global Tensions with China

1.1 Trade Disputes

  • What's the deal? 🤝 The US and China have been butting heads over trade practices.
  • US claims: China steals intellectual property and forces tech transfers. 😠
  • US actions: Tariffs on Chinese goods. 💰
  • China claims: US is being protectionist. 🛡️
  • China actions: Tariffs on US goods. 💸
  • Impact: Strained relations and global economic concerns. 😟
  • Key Event: Phase One trade deal (Jan 2020) - but tensions remain! 😬
Exam Tip

Remember the back-and-forth nature of trade disputes; both sides have claims and actions. This is a common theme in FRQs.

1.2 Cutting Investments with China

  • Why are companies leaving? 🤔
    • Trade tensions: Tariffs make business expensive. 📈
    • Labor costs: Rising costs in China. 💸
    • IP theft: Concerns about intellectual property. 🔒
    • Political unrest: Instability makes things risky. ⚠️
  • Where are they going? Vietnam, Indonesia, etc. 🌏

1.3 Territorial Disputes

  • East China Sea: China vs. Japan over Senkaku/Diaoyu Islands. 🗾
    • Resource-rich area. 💰
  • South China Sea: China vs. several Southeast Asian countries. 🌏
    • China building artificial islands. 🏝️
    • Militarization = 😠
  • Impact: Increased military activity and strained relations. ⚔️
Key Concept

Territorial disputes are a recurring theme in AP exams. Understand the specific regions and the countries involved.

1.4 Cyber Espionage

  • The issue: Cyber atta...
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