This book examines the role of the military in Southeast Asian politics, focusing particularly on developments since 2001. Each chapter addresses the role of the military in the politics of a particular country, including Burma, Thailand, the Philippines, Vietnam, East Timor, Indonesia and Singapore.
"This useful little book of essays is a welcome addition to the literature on the subject." - Robert H Taylor, Asian Affairs, July 2012.
"In short, this edited volume of essays provides a solid foundation for further research on civil-military relations in Southeast Asia" - Kai Chen Zhejiang University, China, ASEAS