Macau and U.S.-China Relations explores the economic and political growth of Macau during the 20th century in which it evolved from a minor colonial power to an important global player, especially in regards to Sino-American relations and Chinese foreign policy. The essays focus on Macau's enhanced international profile is a result of rapid economic development, the unique 'one country, two system' administration in place, and the complicated relationship that Macau maintains between China and the United States.

In this collection of essays, edited by Jianwei Wang and Yufan Hao, the contributor's explore the driving factors that lie behind Macau's increased visibility, including: the rapid economic development and growth, the 'one country, two system' administration under which they operate, the influx of foreign investment, and the role of Macau in China's foreign policy, especially as it relates to the United States. Macau underwent tremendous growth in various spheres during its evolution from a minor colonial power into a global player with increasing influence on the world stage. Their enhanced international profile is largely a result of their economic and political development over the 20th century, culminating with their handover to China in 1999. With more than 60 countries that have established consular services in Macau, and their membership in several international organizations — WTO, UNESDO, and the World Tourism Organization) — Macau continues to play an important role in the Eastern hemisphere. Macau's entrance into the world market improved their reputation in East Asia and led to spectacular economic growth, but it also attracted foreign investment, especially from the United States, that changed the cultural landscape. American influence has grown steadily in Macau, and with their increased exposure to international economics and politics, Macau's role as a buffer between China and United States is increasingly important. Macau and U.S.-Chinese Relations uses a local perspective to analyze the complicated relationship between these two world superpowers and Chinese foreign policy as a whole.

Part 1 I. U.S - China relations: past and present
Chapter 2 1. Do China and America still have a "Fragile Relationship"? Are they still "Neither friend nor foe"?
Chapter 3 2. Adverting Another Cold War in Asia: A Chinese Perspective on U.S.-China Relations
Chapter 4 3. Common Interests, Conceptual Framework, and Strategic Opportunity: Sino-US Relations in the Context of Globalization
Part 5 II. Macao and the United States: an overview
Chapter 6 4."Macao, Hawaii, and Sino-American Trade: Some Historical Observations, Interactions, and Consequences"
Chapter 7 5. The Stories of David and Goliath: An analysis of the US-Macau relations
Chapter 8 6. The Past and Present Images of Americans in Macau
Part 9 III. Macao and the United States: economic dimensions
Chapter 10 7. Analysis on the special role of Macau in Sino-US economic and trade relationship at the very beginning of 21st century
Chapter 11 8. An evaluation of Macao's Gambling Industry: With special reference to American Investment
Chapter 12 9. Learn from Nevada Model to Reform Macao's Casino Regulatory System
Part 13 IV. Macao and the United States : beyond the bilateral
Chapter 14 10. A Chinese Perspective of Macao and Sino -U.S. Relations: A Case Study of Banco Delta Asia Affair
Chapter 15 11. "Macao's unique role in cross-straits relations"
Chapter 16 12. In search of a sustainable gaming industry in east AsiaA Futuristic Analysis of A Las Vegas-Macau-Sentosa Paradigm in the 10+1/10+3 FTA
Chapter 17 13. Macau and Chinese Foreign Relations, a Possible Platform for China and Portuguese Speaking Countries
Part 18 V. Macao and Hong Kong in Sino-U.S. relations: a comparison
Chapter 19 14. Sino-US Links with a Twist: Historical and Contemporary Perspectives on American
Chapter 20 15. Another Tale of Twin Cities Macau and Hong Kong in Comparative Perspectives
Chapter 21 16. Macau and Hong Kong in U.S.-China Relations: An American Perspective