Britain, Southeast Asia and the Onset of the Cold War, 1945 1950

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The book offers an in-depth exploration of British policy in Southeast Asia during the post-war era, highlighting the perception of the region as a collection of cooperative new states. Through thorough archival research, it examines the evolution of British strategies from the immediate post-war period to the onset of the Korean War. It draws parallels between Britain's responses to Japanese and communist threats while illustrating efforts to influence U.S. involvement, particularly through collaboration with Commonwealth nations like India. This work significantly contributes to the understanding of Southeast Asia's diplomatic and political history.