Clive Hamilton and Mareike Ohlberg argue that 'race-reductionism' should not be used to assess the significance of China's rise. In light of the growing debate over how to understand the rise of China and its implications for Australia, Green Left is hosting a debate on this important issue. We initiated this discussion after receiving responses (here and here) to a Socialist Alliance resolution on this topic. Below, we are publishing a piece submitted by Clive Hamilton and will be posting responses in coming days. The views expressed in these articles are the author’s own and do not reflect those of GL. If you would like to make a submission contact us at editor@greenleft.org.au.