Asia is the largest continent in terms of territory and population, with a complex history and turbulent present. Asian countries are one of the determinants of the 21st century international politics, but for many people the region remains almost unknown. The Asian vector of Ukraine's foreign policy requires an understanding of the peculiarities of these states and the strategy of building relations with them on the basis of common interests. In this book, the author summarizes his observations on economic, social and cultural features, which will help to form a holistic picture of the way the interaction with the countries of Southeast and East Asia should be sustained.