Značaj koncepta "azijskih vrednosti" za savremene političke sisteme Istočne i Jugoistočne Azije

Abstract

This paper analyzes the significance of the concept of "Asian values" for modern political systems of East and Southeast Asia. Taking the theoretical basis of one of the creators of the concept of "Asian values" - Lee Kuan Yew, as a starting point, the author analyzes and explains in what way these values have influenced the contemporary political systems of East and Southeast Asia. Confucian values, which include discipline, education, respect for authority, respect for the family, and many others, have provided a strong foundation of a unique identity of the regions of East and Southeast Asia, which differ from the Western model, and which is embodied in the concept of "Asian values". The aim of this paper is to illustrate how the concept of "Asian values" has influenced the regions of East and Southeast Asia and their political systems.