The intensification of the Sino-American rivalry is reshaping the strategic landscape of South and Southeast Asia, a region that holds significant geostrategic importance due to its location, economic dynamism, maritime chokepoints (notably the Strait of Malacca), and the presence of influential regional institutions. The U.S.–China competition, once primarily economic, has now broadened into a comprehensive … Continue reading Analyze the strategic implications of the Sino-American rivalry for South and Southeast Asia, focusing on its impact on regional security architectures, economic alignments, and geopolitical stability. Examine how countries in the region navigate pressures to align with either the United States or China, and the ways in which this rivalry influences regional organizations such as ASEAN, BIMSTEC, and the Indo-Pacific strategy. Assess the consequences for trade, technological cooperation, infrastructure development, and maritime security, particularly in the context of China’s Belt and Road Initiative and U.S.-led strategic partnerships.