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How did religion change as a result of colonialism and Western influence in the Middle East and Asia?
That's helpful. Do you know if colonialism had a similar impact on religion in Southeast Asia?
Yes, similar dynamics played out in Southeast Asia. For example, the Dutch in Indonesia promoted Protestant Christianity, which led to a decline in the influence of traditional Islam and Hinduism. The French in Vietnam, on the other hand, sought to suppress Buddhism and promote Catholicism.