China raised tensions in region by imposing a new air defense zone . Andrew Hammond says it will add to a tide of suspicion as China asserts its growing power . TL;DR Hammond suggests ways China could improve its engagement and image with the international community .
China raised tensions in region by imposing a new air defense zone . Andrew Hammond says it will add to a tide of suspicion as China asserts its growing power . He says China 's soft power is lagging behind it hard power , built on military might . Hammond suggests ways China could improve its engagement and image with the international community .