This paper will first analyse the characteristics of Chinese foreign policy in general, including the question of 'nationalism', and then review past and present Chinese strategy towards South-east Asia in particular. Finally, it will attempt to assess the character of Chinese policy towards South-east Asia in the future.

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Introduction--I. Basic attitudes of Chinese Foreign Policy--II. Chinese relations with South-east Asia--III. The Divisive Issues--IV. Prospects for the Future--Notes.