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Ages of consent in Asia

In some countries in Asia, there are laws that say you have to be a certain age before you can do certain things with other people. The age when you can start doing these things is called the "age of consent." These laws are in place to help protect young people from being taken advantage of or hurt by older people.

In some countries, like Vietnam and Cambodia, the age of consent is 18. That means you have to be 18 years old or older before you can have sex with another person. In other countries, like China and Indonesia, the age of consent is 14. That means that once you turn 14 years old, you can legally have sex with someone else who is also 14 years old or older.

It's important to remember that just because something is legal doesn't mean it's always safe or a good idea. It's important to make sure you feel ready and comfortable before doing anything sexual, and to always use protection to prevent sexually transmitted infections and unwanted pregnancies. It's also important to remember that if you're ever unsure about whether something is legal or not, it's always a good idea to talk to a trusted adult or professional.