Hmm, maybe, though I'm less convinced about the north-south divide being an actual issue. As a northerner the only time I ever invoke the disparity is when I rightfully question the manliness of southerners. I'm not sure I know anyone who actually thinks there's a tangible difference and if they did believe that enough to not come to the event, the event has probably benefitted

The event also occurred in several other countries in SEA such as India, Japan, Malaysia etc.
I suspect it's more a Canon APAC thing than anything else. Like most companies I doubt APAC talks enough to the other regions
