Ambivalent Engagement: The United States and Regional Security in Southeast Asia after the Cold War (Geopolitics in the 21st Century)

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The paradox of U.S. involvement in Southeast Asia

Ambivalent Engagement highlights a dilemma that is becoming increasingly conspicuous and problematic. Southeast Asia continues to rely on the United States to play an active role in the region even though it is an external power. But the countries of Southeast Asia have very different views about precisely what role the United States should play. The consequences of this ambivalence will grow in importance with the expanding role of yet another outside power, China.