In the midst of the global COVID-19 pandemic, China's actions on the international stage have raised questions about its ability to deflect media attention from its own affairs. With the recent developments in occupied Afghanistan and the escalating conflict in Ukraine, there are concerns that China may be strategically exploiting these situations to divert focus away from its handling of the pandemic and other contentious issues. This article examines whether China has succeeded in shifting the media's gaze and explores the implications of this strategy.
Diversionary Tactics:
China's approach to media diversion is not unprecedented. Throughout history, governments and powerful entities have employed various tactics to redirect attention from internal or sensitive matters. By capitalizing on geopolitical events, China has sought to divert the spotlight onto other regions and conflicts, effectively reducing the scrutiny it faces.
Occupied Afghanistan:
China's engagement in Afghanistan, particularly through its Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) investments, has allowed it to position itself as a major stakeholder in the region. The vacuum created by the withdrawal of U.S. forces presented an opportunity for China to expand its influence while diverting attention from its handling of the pandemic. By emphasizing its role in stabilizing Afghanistan and promoting economic development, China has successfully shifted the narrative, at least to some extent.
China's Strategy_ Diverting Media Attention Amidst Global Crises.pdf
1. China's Strategy: Diverting Media Attention Amidst Global
Crises
Introduction:
In the midst of the global COVID-19 pandemic, China's actions on the international stage have
raised questions about its ability to deflect media attention from its own affairs. With the recent
developments in occupied Afghanistan and the escalating conflict in Ukraine, there are
concerns that China may be strategically exploiting these situations to divert focus away from its
handling of the pandemic and other contentious issues. This article examines whether China
has succeeded in shifting the media's gaze and explores the implications of this strategy.
Diversionary Tactics:
China's approach to media diversion is not unprecedented. Throughout history, governments
and powerful entities have employed various tactics to redirect attention from internal or
sensitive matters. By capitalizing on geopolitical events, China has sought to divert the spotlight
onto other regions and conflicts, effectively reducing the scrutiny it faces.
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