Imperfect partners: the United States and Southeast Asia

Part I. The Allies

A Troubled Ally: The Philippines under Marcos

A Bumpy Ride: U.S.-Philippine Ties since the People Power Revolution

Great and Good Friends: The United States and Thailand

Part II. Former Foes

From Enemies to Friends (Part 1): Renewing Ties with Vietnam

From Enemies to Friends (Part 2): The Development of U.S.-Vietnam Relations

Tragedy and Disappointment: Cambodia since the War

Part III. Countries in Transition

From Sukarno to Suharto to SBY: Dealing with ASEAN's Giant

Building a Partnership: U.S.-Indonesian Ties since

The Cause: Burma/Myanmar under Military Rule

When Things Go South: The Aung San Suu Kyi Government

Part IV. ASEAN, China, and the United States

The Enigma of ASEAN

China's Role

Toward a Better Partnership.