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According to a recent Civey survey, the reputation of both the Olympic Games and the People's Republic of China has suffered, at least in Germany. Nevertheless, the hosts consider the Olympics a complete success, which gives them greater legitimacy, especially in domestic politics.
By Marcel Grzanna
The International Olympic Committee and its attempts to cozy up to the host country of the Winter Olympics are once again under fire. The case of tennis player Peng Shuai has just begun to fade from the public eye. But now, human rights organizations put questions about forced labor back on the agenda. The United Nations also expressed its "deep concern". Meanwhile, cargo flights from western Xinjiang have been heading for airports in Budapest and Liège since mid-January. It is unclear whether the goods are actually free of forced labor.
By Marcel Grzanna
Associating brands with the Olympic Games is supposed to be a highlight for any PR executive. However, things are different at the Winter Games in Beijing. This time, sponsors might still have to pay a very high price.
By Ning Wang
Tennis player Peng Shuai has met IOC President Thomas Bach and gave her first official interview since she publicly accused a high-ranking Chinese cadre of sexual assault. However, the events do not shed light on the matter. Instead of letting her speak freely, the Communist Party controls her every word. Critics believe that she was pressured to retract her allegations.
By Marcel Grzanna
With the opening ceremony this Friday, the most controversial Winter Olympics in history will begin in Beijing. While the members of the International Olympic Committee once again reassured each other that their decision was correct the day before, criticism and disapproval from all over the world are raining down on the Olympic Committee.
By Marcel Grzanna