全球媒体聚焦丨新加坡智库：东南亚国家在中国餐饮品牌中“品尝”中国软实力

Core Insights - The article highlights the significant growth of Chinese supermarket and restaurant brands in Southeast Asia, particularly in Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam [1][2] - Chinese chain brand Mixue has rapidly expanded in Southeast Asia, surpassing global giants like Starbucks and McDonald's in the number of stores opened [1] - As of last year, around 60 Chinese restaurant brands have established over 6,100 outlets in Southeast Asia, with 54 of the top 100 global restaurant brands being Chinese [1] Industry Trends - The role of food and dining as a cultural transmission medium has been underestimated, with Chinese snacks and food becoming popular among Southeast Asian youth, reshaping their cultural paradigms [1] - The trend indicates a deepening of food trade between China and ASEAN as economic integration progresses, with more Southeast Asian youth engaging with Chinese culture through social media, music, and gaming [2] - The increasing presence of Chinese flavor foods enhances the familiarity and affinity of Southeast Asian youth towards China, suggesting a growing influence of Chinese brands in the region [2]