| 520 | ## | $aIn *China and the ASEAN States: The Ethnic Chinese Dimension*, Leo Suryadinata explores the role of ethnic Chinese communities in Southeast Asia and their significance in China–ASEAN relations. Originally published in 1985, the book analyzes Beijing’s diplomatic and economic overtures to overseas Chinese, Southeast Asian governments’ responses, and how transnational ethnic ties shape regional politics. Through an examination of trade networks, identity negotiations, security concerns, and policy documents, Suryadinata argues that the “ethnic Chinese dimension” is a strategic and contested element in Sino-ASEAN interaction. |