How many Chinese Indonesians are there?
2010
| Ethnic group | Population (million) | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Chinese Indonesian | 2.832 | 1.20 |
| Sasak | 2.611 | 1.17 |
| Makassarese | 1.982 | 0.99 |
| Minahasan | 1.900 | 0.96 |
Is Indonesia individualistic or collectivistic?
According to the previous findings by Hofstede (Hofstede and Hofstede, 2005), Indonesian people are Collectivist, High on Power Distance, Low on Uncer- tainty Avoidance, and Feminine.
Why don’t the Chinese like individualism?
It was not a mere matter of compensation; there was also love and memories. Collective culture encourages personal sacrifice and it is not a problem with the majority of the Chinese. Individualist seeds don’t grown well on collective soil. Independent thinking, freedom, etc., are all good stuff, but don’t seem to be a perfect fit with this country.
Is China a collectivist or individualist society?
China has an individualism score of 20, which represents a highly collectivist culture, a society based heavily on the interdependence of its people and the importance of relationships (Hofstede Insights, n.d.).
How do Chinese and American social relationships differ?
Because of the differences in culture, Chinese and Americans treat social relationships differently. When interacting with others, Chinese prefer a more structured hierarchy. As dictated by ancient tradition, Chinese elders and males are given more respect within the family. I witnessed this for myself during my stay with a Chinese family.
What is the social status of men in China?
Men and women are regarded as equal and social rankings are minimized. Friendships are also affected by the collectivist mindset of the Chinese. Chinese prefer to have a small number of lifelong friends who they can completely trust and depend on.