Southeast Asia Views the United States: Perceptions, Policies, and Prospects | Synapse
June 18, 2026
Southeast Asia Views the United States: Perceptions, Policies, and Prospects
Key Points
The aim is to understand how Southeast Asia perceives the United States in light of US-China tensions.
Analyzed diplomatic strategies and policies of Southeast Asian countries regarding the US and China.
Conducted interviews and surveys to gauge public perception of the US influence in the region.
Southeast Asian nations show increasing concern over US-China rivalry and its impact on regional stability.
Many countries express a desire for balanced relations rather than alignment with either power.
Abstract
The rivalry between the United States and China has turned the world upside down, with dramatic consequences. The tit-for-tat between the two powers, particularly involving the use of economic stat...