This book analyzes China as an economic juggernaut, undergirded by aspirations and ambitions, through the lens of its vision and how it is envisioned. China's quest for enhancing its economic footprint across South and Southeast Asia through increasing trade, achieving technological supremacy, and making territorial acquisitions is relentless. The BRI initiatives, aimed at realizing win-win economic benefits, have created new challenges for the host countries more often than not. Economic aspirations must be shielded and protected by security umbrellas, thus making these countries partners of the China-dominated security architecture in South and Southeast Asia. Nowhere is this more evident than in the countries of Sri Lanka and Pakistan in South Asia. Despite Southeast Asian nations being viewed as within the ambit of China's historical sphere of influence, Myanmar and Thailand provide experiences different from their neighbours. The authors also navigate China's policies at home and abroad, providing a futuristic perspective on China's path to victory. The book provides answers to compelling questions as:Format: HardcoverNo of Pages: 300Imprint: World ScientificPublication date: 20210813
