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Why so many Western brands get it wrong when talking to APAC audiences
Jun 8, 2023
Danny Lye

Why so many Western brands get it wrong when talking to APAC audiences

Too often, global brands opt for a cultural shorthand in Asia, causing misappropriation or offence through lazy use of tropes, says this design expert. Here's how to avoid it.

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