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China, the UN, and Human Protection: Beliefs, Power, Image explores how China has engaged with the UN's human protection agenda since the end of the Cold War. It argues that China's approach is shaped by a complex interplay of ideological beliefs, the desire to project a positive international image, and the pursuit of power. Through a detailed analysis of China's participation in UN peace operations, its stance on the 'Responsibility to Protect' (R2P) doctrine, and its engagement with the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) agenda, the book reveals how China seeks to influence international norms from within the UN system. By examining these issues, Rosemary Foot provides a nuanced understanding of China's evolving role in global governance and its efforts to balance its traditional emphasis on state sovereignty with its growing responsibilities as a major power.