Enze Han. The Ripple Effect: China’s Complex Presence in Southeast Asia. Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2024.

Key Points

• The review investigates China's complex influence and interactions in Southeast Asia.
• Literature review of existing studies
• Analysis of China's economic and cultural engagements
• Examination of geopolitical strategies
• Identifies key areas of influence in economics and culture
• Highlights the increasing geopolitical tensions
• Suggests potential long-term effects on regional stability