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Mass tests, panic buying, first residential blocks on lockdown. It seems that the Omicron variant has reached the Chinese capital. Even the authorities are warning of "grim times" for China's capital. The situation threatens to spiral out of control – and could also become a threat to President Xi Jinping.
By Michael Radunski
In her bestseller "Hidden Hand" Mareike Ohlberg also covers Chinese media policy, which – as can be seen in the Ukraine war – continues to spread highly biased narratives. In an interview with China.Table, the sinologist explains how well-educated Chinese nevertheless get news from abroad and under what circumstances Beijing could abandon its strict media censorship. The interview was conducted by Fabian Peltsch.
By Fabian Peltsch
Falun Gong has become an influential opponent of the Chinese Communist Party abroad. One of the spiritual movement's most successful soft power tools is the Shen Yun dance show, which is creating anti-Beijing sentiment around the world.
By Fabian Peltsch