oreign Policy of Thailand provides a comprehensive examination of Thailand’s external relations from historical, political, and strategic perspectives. Ganganath Jha analyzes the evolution of Thai foreign policy within the shifting dynamics of Southeast Asia and the broader international system. The book explores Thailand’s efforts to maintain sovereignty, navigate great-power rivalries, an…
Includes essays which form a collage of the central Mekong basin spanning nearly 1,400 years of history. This title covers topics such as basic structural problems in writing Lao history; political geography from the 600s to the 800s; the Lao-Tay-son alliance in the late 18th century; and, Lao millenarian movements and French colonial rule.
Journeys to Java by a Siamese King presents a historical narrative based on the royal travels of a Siamese monarch to the island of Java during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Through careful examination of original documents, travel notes, and cultural encounters, Imtip Pattajoti Suharto reconstructs the significance of these journeys within the broader context of Southeast …
This book provides a comprehensive historical analysis of the Communist movement in Laos from 1930 to 1985. Brown and Zasloff trace the ideological origins and organizational development of Lao communists, examining the role of the Indochinese Communist Party, the impact of World War II, and the influence of Vietnamese communists on the Lao struggle. They show how internal divisions, ethnic div…
This book examines the complex international relations of Laos during the Cold War era, focusing on the competing influence of major global powers. It explores how the United States, the Soviet Union, and regional actors sought to shape Laos’s political direction through diplomatic pressure, military involvement, and ideological competition. The author analyzes internal conflicts, foreign int…
Lords of Life: A History of the Kings of Thailand provides a comprehensive and engaging narrative of the Thai monarchy from its early origins to the modern era. Written by Prince Chula Chakrabongse, the book offers a uniquely authoritative perspective on the lives, achievements, and challenges of Thailand’s kings across different dynasties. Through historical analysis, personal insights, and …
Mongkut: The King of Siam offers a detailed and scholarly portrait of King Mongkut (Rama IV), one of Thailand’s most influential monarchs and a key figure in the country’s transition toward modernity. Abbot Low Moffat traces Mongkut’s early life as a Buddhist monk, his intellectual curiosity, and his engagement with Western knowledge, emphasizing how these experiences shaped his enlighten…
Anna and the King of Siam recounts the remarkable experiences of Anna Leonowens, an English governess invited to teach the royal children of King Mongkut (Rama IV) of Siam during the mid–nineteenth century. Margaret Landon’s narrative blends historical fact with literary interpretation to portray Anna’s encounters with Siamese court life, cultural traditions, and the complex political env…
'Change and Continuity' describes the period between 1972 and 1989 as the country's leaders searched for new ways to represent Pakistan's interests while mindful of the need to preserve tradition and ethos. The new section of this edition dovetails with the text of the first and together they describe strenuous efforts made by successive administrators to protect the integrity of the nation, of…
Laporan ini memaparkan upaya penyusunan dokumen RBPP dan RBPMP di Pusat Pendidikan dan Pelatihan Kementerian Luar Negeri. Tujuan dari kegiatan ini adalah untuk meningkatkan kualitas sistem kurikulum yang ada. Metode yang digunakan mencakup analisis kurikulum, penyusunan dokumen, serta evaluasi dan perbaikan berkelanjutan. Hasilnya, dokumen yang disusun memberikan pedoman yang lebih terstruktur …