Abstract
The World Today Series: East & Southeast Asia provides historical background on the evolution of Modern East & Southeast Asia to help readers gain a thorough understanding of contemporary developments in this vital region. Broad introductory regional chapters are followed by sections on each country in the region. The combination of factual accuracy and up-to-date detail make this an outstanding resource for researchers, practitioners in international development, media professionals, government officials, potential investors, and students to understand the immediate background of contemporary developments.
- i–viii Preface i–viii
- 17–181 EAST ASIA 17–181
- 182–332 SOUTHEAST ASIA 182–332
- 333–361 WESTERN PACIFIC 333–361