As the political and economic landscape in the Asian Pacific continues to shift, the U.S. must reevaluate its strategy toward the region. In his timely book, Martin Lasater explores U.S. interests in Asia, considering alternative strategies for attaining U.S. goals. Suggesting that the United States pursue a strategy of integration, the author contends that the remaining socialist countries should be included in the region's evolving economic, political, and security infrastructures.

Lasater also proposes increased cultural interaction to disseminate ideas and open crucial lines of communication.