Foreign Public Debt of China

"The Foreign Public Debt of China" provides a comprehensive and analytical examination of the financial obligations incurred by China during a pivotal era of its modern history. Arthur Gardiner Coons offers a meticulous study of the origins, development, and administration of the various foreign loans and obligations that shaped the nation's fiscal landscape in the early 20th century. The work delves into the intricacies of secured and unsecured loans, the role of international consortiums, and the impact of domestic political instability on China's international credit standing.

By exploring the intersection of international diplomacy and global finance, the book sheds light on the economic pressures faced by the Republic of China and the strategic interests of foreign powers. It serves as a vital resource for understanding the complexities of sovereign debt management and the evolution of China's economic relations with the Western world. This scholarly investigation is an essential reference for historians, economists, and students of Asian studies interested in the fiscal history and international political economy of East Asia during the interwar period.

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