September 11, 2001 and the Rise of China: A Comprehensive Political–Economic Analysis

Overview
This book offers a comprehensive, chapter-by-chapter exploration of the most consequential power shift of the 21st century: how the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks led the United States into costly wars, while China leveraged the same period to transform itself into the world’s second-largest economy.

Key Themes

• The U.S. “unipolar moment” after the Cold War.

• The 9/11 attacks and the global shockwave they created.

• America’s War on Terror: Afghanistan, Iraq, and beyond.

• The economic costs of 9/11—trillions in debt and lost opportunity.

• China’s WTO accession, export boom, and global influence.

• The U.S.–China paradox of interdependence: “Chimerica.”

• The shift from engagement to open rivalry.

• Multipolarity and the future of global order.

Who Should Read This Book?

• Students and researchers in political science, economics, and international relations.

• Policymakers and strategists interested in U.S.–China dynamics.

• General readers seeking to understand the link between terrorism, war, and global power shifts.

Features

• 15 comprehensive chapters with historical timelines, case studies, and theory applications.

• Annexures with data tables, maps, and key speeches.

• Released under Creative Commons (CC0) for educational use.

Product Details

• Author: SB Luwang

• Publisher: Omega Offset Printers, Imphal

• Edition: First Edition, 2025

• Format: Paperback / Hardcover (as per availability)

• Language: English

• License: CC0 (Public Domain Dedication) – free to share and adapt with citation.