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What other SE Asian countries were affected by the war?
Japan’s wartime occupation of European and United States colonies in Asia had weakened colonial control and fuelled emerging nationalism in areas such as French Indochina (Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia), Malaya (Malaysia), the Dutch East Indies (Indonesia), and the Philippines.
Which country in the South East Asian region is characterized by its majority ethnic Chinese population?
Thailand has the largest population of overseas Chinese, and Chinese also represent the majority ethnic group in Singapore. Long before colonization, East and Southeast Asia was a realm of global economic influence, from the Chinese empire to the trade routes of Southeast Asia.
Is China considered Southeast Asia?
Southeast Asia consists of eleven countries that reach from eastern India to China, and is generally divided into “mainland” and “island” zones. The mainland (Burma, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, and Vietnam) is actually an extension of the Asian continent.
How are US-China tensions affecting Southeast Asia?
More than any other region, the rising tensions between the US and China have impacted Southeast Asian countries politically and economically. Tensions have intensified following the US decision to close down the Chinese consulate in Houston last week. China retaliated by closing the US consulate in Chengdu.
Should Southeast Asian countries lessen dependence on China and the US?
Politically, Southeast Asian countries should lessen their dependency on China and the US due to China’s growing assertiveness in the region and growing distrust of the US as a security partner.
Can the United States prevent a Chinese invasion of Taiwan?
The bad news first. The People’s Republic of China now believes it can successfully prevent the United States from intervening in the event of a Chinese invasion of Taiwan or some other military assault by Beijing. (This first appeared several years ago.)
Why is anti-Chinese sentiment increasing in ASEAN?
Historical anti-Chinese sentiment is increasing in some ASEAN countries. This reflects worry over a more assertive China. The same goes for the US. While Southeast Asian countries want to benefit from the protection of the US Indo-Pacific Command, they are concerned that the US commitment might not be long-term.
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