Title Page; Copyright Page; Dedication; Table of Contents; Abstract; Foreword; Acknowledgements; Chapter One: Introduction; Chapter Two: Counter-Arguments; Part I Multilateral Platforms, Chapter Three: Hegemony 1954-1977; Chapter Four: Heteronomy 1978-1991; Chapter Five: Heteronomy Redux 1992-2000; Chapter Six: Hierarchy and Hegemony, 2001-2010; Part Two Bilateral Platforms, Chapter Seven: U.S.-Philippine Relations; Chapter Eight U.S.-Indonesian Relations; Chapter Nine: Conclusion; Index
Summary
This book shows how political speech acts carry consequences in diplomatic relations. Focusing on interactions between the United States and Southeast Asian countries, the author shows that often the more powerful country does not get its way. American foreign policy is usually viewed as being uncompromising and hegemonic, but in reality, it strikes agreements and compromises on a regular basis. One would assume that the wealthier, more powerful country would always get its way. This study shows that smaller countries with little or no bargaining power can benefit from relations with the Unite
