The Confucius Institutes are part of a major Chinese Government
initiative begun in 2004, promoting the learning of the Chinese
language and culture internationally. They operate through a
network of joint-venture institutes located in learning
institutions around the world, and while they have an educational
focus, they also reflect political changes in China's relationship
with the rest of the world. In the early 21st century, influence is
as powerful as force in international relations. While China's
leadership has given the Confucius Institutes considerable
political independence, they are still a part of the Communist
Party's propaganda system. Despite some foreign concerns about the
Confucius Institutes being a propaganda tool, on comparasion, many
other countries have similar programmes; the difference is China's
political system. Through the Confucius Institutes, China is
building the architecture of a major power, and has succeeded in
improving its international influence. The Confucius Institutes
reflect a more confident and effective Chinese foreign policy; and
one that offers greater opportunities for engagement.
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