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Qingning Wang

The Chinese Internet: The Online Public Sphere, Power Relations and Political Communication

The Chinese Internet: The Online Public Sphere, Power Relations and Political Communication

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This book explores the use of the internet in China, the power relations in online political communications, and the interactions and struggles between the government and the public over the use of the internet. It argues that there is a semi-structured online public sphere, but that government control and censorship limit the debates. It provides a rich picture of the current state of online political communication in China.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 232 pages
Publication date: 30 May 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd


This comprehensive book delves into the intricate dynamics of internet usage in China, exploring the complex power relations within online political communications. It sheds light on the intricate interactions and struggles between the government and the public regarding the internet's role. The author argues that while there exists a semi-structured online public sphere, characterized by a certain degree of equal and liberal political communication, it is simultaneously constrained by government control, censorship, inequality, and exclusions. Furthermore, the government's participation in online political debates is relatively limited.

Through extensive original research, the book meticulously analyzes how Chinese netizens engage in political discussions, challenge government actions and policies, employ specific language, shape online discourses, and encounter limitations in these debates. The author provides a detailed account of the current state of online political communication in China, offering a rich and insightful perspective.

This book is a valuable resource for scholars, researchers, and policymakers interested in understanding the evolving landscape of internet governance and political communication in China. It offers valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities faced by netizens and the government in this digital age.


Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367563806

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