This map illustrates China and the countries that share land borders with it across East, Central and South Asia. China borders fourteen nations: Russia, Mongolia, North Korea, Vietnam, Laos, Myanmar, India, Bhutan, Nepal, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan. The map highlights China’s strategic geographic position connecting East Asia with Central and South Asia. Major surrounding water bodies such as the Pacific Ocean, East China Sea, South China Sea, Bay of Bengal and Arabian Sea are also labeled. Relief shading shows major terrain features including the Tibetan Plateau and surrounding mountain systems, helping readers understand regional geography, border relationships clearly.