Editing Asian values (section)

== Definition ==
Various definitions of ''Asian values'' have been put forth. Generally, the phrase alludes to influences by [[Confucianism]],<ref name="De Bary (1998)"/>{{rp|page=10}} in particular, [[filial piety]] or loyalty towards the family, corporation, and nation; the forgoing of personal [[Freedom (political)|freedom]] for the sake of society's stability and prosperity; the pursuit of academic and technological excellence; and, a strong work ethic together with [[Frugality|thrift]].

Supporters of Chinese-style [[authoritarian]] governments<ref name="De Bary (1998)"/>{{rp|page=13}} claim that Asian values are more appropriate for the region than [[Western democracy]] with its emphasis on individual freedoms.<ref>Mark R Thompson, [http://sites.asiasociety.org/asia21summit/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/PacificAsia.pdf "Pacific Asia after 'Asian values'"], ''Third World Quarterly'', 2004.</ref>

"Asian values" were codified and promoted in the [[universal declaration of human rights#Bangkok Declaration|Bangkok Declaration of 1993]], which re-emphasized the principles of sovereignty, [[self-determination]], and non-interference in civil and political rights. They included:
* Preference for [[social]] harmony;
* Concern with [[socio-economic]] prosperity and the collective well-being of the community;
* Loyalty and respect towards figures of authority;
* Preference for [[Collectivism and individualism|collectivism]] and [[communitarianism]].