This authoritative book offers a critical analysis of the conventional wisdom regarding ASEAN and its efforts to transform Southeast Asia's security environment. Dispelling the myths surrounding ASEAN fifty years after its founding, this book will be invaluable for all readers interested in ASEAN's role in the broader Asia-Pacific region.
Focusing on the intricate history of U.S.-Southeast Asia relations, this resource provides a comprehensive overview of key issues, individuals, and events. It contextualizes America's role within the region's evolving strategic, political, and economic landscape. The book features a chronology, bibliography, introductory essay, appendixes, and numerous cross-referenced entries that cover significant people, places, events, institutions, and organizations, making it an essential reference for understanding these complex interactions.