In the Dragon's Shadow: Southeast Asia in the Chinese Century

A timely look at the impact of China's booming emergence on the countries of Southeast Asia



Today, Southeast Asia stands uniquely exposed to the waxing power of the new China. Three of its nations border China and five are directly impacted by its claims over the South China Sea. All dwell in the lengthening shadow of its influence: economic, political, military, and cultural. As China seeks to restore its former status as Asia's preeminent power, the countries of Southeast Asia face an incr...