Part 6/10:
The Ripple Effect Across Southeast Asia
The undercurrent of a coordinated Asian backlash against Chinese influence increasingly becomes apparent as even Singapore, traditionally a strong supporter of Beijing, begins to shift. The former First Lady of Singapore, Ho Ching, publicly criticized Xi’s governance style, suggesting that Beijing’s aggressive posture has alienated its former allies. This sentiment is echoed by burgeoning governmental crackdowns within various Southeast Asian countries on China's trade practices, with nations like Vietnam and Malaysia actively pursuing regulations to counteract China's breaches in trade norms.