Synopsis The book traces India’s links with countries of South East Asia, and examines why stabilility in tht region is important for India. After an analysis of the modern concept of security, threats to each country of South East Asia and to the region are considered. The interest of foreign powers in the region and India’s engagement, both bilaterally with individual countries and with the regional groupings, are covered in detail. A suggested comprehensive Action Plan for the period till 2035, to strenghthen the ‘Look East’ policy.