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Luso-Asians

Luso-Asians are people who have ancestors from both Asia (countries like China, India, Malaysia, and Japan) and Portugal (a country in Europe).

A long time ago, Portugal sent explorers to different countries around the world, and they eventually discovered some parts of Asia. They traded goods and sometimes had children with Asian people. This means that some people from both places have mixed backgrounds.

The term "Luso" comes from the word "Lusitania," which was a name for an area in Portugal a long time ago. Luso-Asians are sometimes also called "Eurasians" because they have both European and Asian heritage.

Because of their mixed backgrounds, Luso-Asians are sometimes considered to have a unique culture and identity. They may speak a mix of languages and eat a mix of foods from both European and Asian cultures.

Today, there are many Luso-Asians in places like Hong Kong, Malaysia, Macau, and Goa. They are an important part of the history and culture of these areas.