Email this article Censorship and self-censorship in Chinese media: how public opinion is formed in the era of digitalization
- Authors: Chzhan S.1
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Affiliations:
- Lomonosov Moscow State University
- Issue: Vol 4, No 6 (2025)
- Pages: 88-96
- Section: Articles
- URL: https://ogarev-online.ru/2949-4656/article/view/378905
- ID: 378905
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Abstract
media censorship and self-censorship are increasingly important in the context of China's contemporary political development. However, this also poses serious political risks, such as the erosion of civil liberties, the destruction of the political ecology, and the weakening of public trust in censorship mechanisms. To maximize the positive impact of media-led public opinion monitoring, it is necessary to intensify legislative initiatives aimed at regulating censorship and standardizing its application. Accelerating the development of civil society and strengthening the rational foundations of self-censorship in the media will also be an important step. This will not only improve the image of party and government bodies but also create a healthier and more constructive atmosphere for dialogue between the government and society.
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