Since nations are the carriers of territory (states), we can understand the territorial size of these countries in history through this point. On the Indochina Peninsula, they are basically Thais (including Thai Shan), Burmese, Khmer, Vietnamese and disappeared occupants. Based on the wide distribution of Thai Shan, this may indicate that the territories established by the Thais in history may include larger territories than other countries. Also, from the current backward and dispersal of the ethnic groups in the Indochina Peninsula, it can be inferred that it seems difficult to establish a centralized state like China on the Indochina Peninsula. These countries may be relatively fragile in terms of territorial control, and tribes on the margins of the country may be in a semi-independent or independent state.

4. Geographical analysis and Indochina Peninsula strategy. The difference between coastal and inland areas is that since there are no borders in the high seas, the exchange of personnel and goods can be unrestricted. In a few days of foreign trade development, coastal ports rather than inland cities can have better development. However, inland areas are limited to national borders and inconvenient communication. However, this is not unchangeable. For example, since Europe established the Schengen area, personnel and goods can flow freely. Therefore, it is necessary to establish a unified "Schengen area" in the Indochina Peninsula.

Thailand and Myanmar are a country that is both sea and land. They must not only ensure the security of land, but also take into account the sea. These two countries obviously have almost the same significance for China, that is, they can extend to various sea estuaries through the land transportation network. In other words, these two countries should not only be regarded as China's sea estuaries, but also have the significance of inland exchanges.

Laos is a landlocked country. Due to its sparse population and backward nationality, China can only be a transit station for China to the Gulf of Siam. In addition, it does not have much strategic value, but unless this happens, some foreign force lays a wedge in Laos and directly threatens the security of China's territory, which is another matter.

Vietnam and Cambodia are coastal countries. One of the characteristics of Vietnam's territory is that it is narrow and long, relying on the sea. It can rely on the sea to develop a foreign trade economy based on the seaport, while narrow and long lack strategic depth in military terms.

Economically, the current situation is that Thailand is the strongest. Vietnam is called "small China" and pursues Thailand according to the Chinese model; while Myanmar, Cambodia and Laos are all backward countries mainly based on agriculture. It is only a matter of time before Vietnam surpasses Thailand in its total economic output and overall level. A lean camel is bigger than a horse, and Thailand still has strong strength. The trend of economic development is from the coast to the inland, and then becomes a country with strong comprehensive strength. Although Myanmar is in an extremely unfavorable situation now,

It is because of the area, population and geographical location of Myanmar, which determines that Myanmar must not serve as a small country on the Indochina Peninsula, but will achieve the same status as Thailand. Myanmar and Thailand have the same conditions, and the country's development depends more on subjective and external conditions. Once Myanmar's political situation is stable, its economic policies are effective, and it is supported by external funds, it will not be a dream to believe that Myanmar reaches the same level as Thailand. Laos' backwardness will continue, and Cambodia may change.

On the terrain, the rivers and mountains on the Indochina Peninsula generally move north and south, with the terrain high in the north and low in the south. This is strategically limited to passiveness and has always faced military pressure from the north. The establishment of most dynasties in China was basically successful from north to south. For example, the recent Qing Dynasty entered the pass, and the Communist Party defeated the Kuomintang. In Vietnam, the socialist North Vietnam defeated the capitalist Nanyue. This conclusion is obviously beneficial to China. As long as China ensures the strength of the army and the rapid resistance ability, it will effectively control the entire Central Asian Peninsula.

Military. Vietnam has no strategic depth. Vietnam’s way out is to give up pursuing its land advantages and strive to develop its navy with all its might. This will inevitably cause conflicts with China. Therefore, if Vietnam wants to ensure rapid economic development and national dignity, it also maintains certain maritime advantages, it needs to form an alliance with China and jointly manage the South China Sea. Myanmar and Thailand not only have important coastlines, but also have vast inland. If Chinese forces want to penetrate deep into the Bay of Bengal and Gulf of Siam, they must pass Myanmar and Thailand. Therefore, it is necessary to form an alliance with Myanmar and Thailand, and connect the important sea outlets of Myanmar and Thailand through land railways and highways.

In terms of transportation, the difference between seaports and inland cities is that seaports can achieve the free circulation of people and goods without obstacles, while inland cities are obviously limited by national borders and numerous checkpoints. Therefore, Vietnam, which lacks strategic depth but has a long coastline, will successfully rise. It will form many emerging cities in coastal areas and expand the scale of existing cities. National borders and checkpoints limit the economic and trade development of land cities, and only by eliminating national borders can free circulation be achieved. Therefore, it is necessary to establish the "Schengen Zone" between China and Southeast Asia. If China wants to gain the dominance of this region, it must have transportation lines (including railways and highways) from Yunnan and Guangxi to ports such as Myanmar, Thailand and Vietnam.

Ethnicity. Although the ethnic groups of the countries in the Indochina Peninsula come from Yunnan and Guangxi, due to the influence of Indian Buddhist culture, it is obviously closer to India in terms of culture. If we use ethnic proximity as an effective tool to deal with Central and South Asian countries, this is obviously contrary to the facts. In terms of race, the opponent we encounter is India. Ignoring India's influence, one day I will find that these countries are on the side of India. Don't overestimate the role that Chinese can play in this region.

Although the population of Chinese in these five countries may exceed five million. It is wrong to rely on Chinese to gain control over this region. The only thing is that we put aside our shelves and seek common development and progress with the countries on the Indochina Peninsula. We must also rely on the blood relationship between the ethnic minorities in Yunnan and Guangxi and the ethnic minorities in the Indochina Peninsula to serve as the forefront of human and resource development. This is equivalent to forcing Chinese ethnic minorities to migrate to the Indochina Peninsula through some kind of suppression, thus expanding the scope of control to the Indochina Peninsula.

In the alliance, the United States has right-hand men, Canada and Australia, and two close brothers, Britain and Japan. The former are both English-speaking countries, which can be said to be a horizontal extension of the American power. Britain and Japan belong to island countries, namely maritime power countries. In fact, the United States has almost united the entire maritime power. So who is China's right-hand men? Who is our close partner advantage? North Korea and Vietnam are close to China in terms of race and culture, and whether as part of China's territory or as the most important country in the central empire's tribute system, it can be said that North Korea and Vietnam are China's right-hand men.
Chapter completed!