Breaking ASEAN Stereotypes
Southeast Asians often rank, compare and stereotype one another, with common perceptions including:
- Singaporeans being too strict
- Malaysians being too soft
- Filipinos being too noisy
- Thais being too easygoing
Singaporeans are too strict, Malaysians are too soft, Filipinos are too noisy and Thais are too easygoing.
Despite the goal of "one community," these stereotypes reveal deeper divides within the region. As ASEAN leaders meet for the 47th ASEAN Summit, the question remains: how well do Southeast Asians truly understand each other?
A former Singaporean civil servant, Luo Chen Jun, notes that people often view his country first when participating in regional exchanges.
Author's summary: ASEAN unity is challenged by lingering stereotypes.
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