Why is it that Asian dudes are more appreciated by Latin American women than White women?

It's interesting how in Colombia you will have women walk up to you if you're Asian and remind her of a Korean drama or pop star. But this would never happen in the USA/UK where Asians are seen as public enemy #1 right now. Asians can actually date normally in certain South American countries
Why is it that Asian dudes are more appreciated by Latin American women than White women?
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