Since the reform and opening-up period, China’s studies of Southeast Asian politics has experienced the beginning period (1979-1999) and rapid development period (2000-2016). At present, there are more than ten Southeast Asian research institution entities and hundreds of scholars focusing on Southeast Asian politics in China. The author has two major findings after searching and analyzing the books, academic papers, master’s theses and Ph.D. dissertations during the two periods mentioned above. On the one hand, Chinese scholars have made obvious progress in terms of research perspectives, research scope and depth since 2000. On the other hand, there are still such deficiencies as the imbalances between quantity and quality, low-level theories and methodologies, and inaccurate judgements and predications about the current political situation and development trend of Southeast Asian countries. In order to promote the studies of Southeast Asian politics in China, Chinese scholars shall enhance their grasp of theories, master English and the language of the target country, borrow new research methods, and meet the standards of international academia.