The Chinese government newspaper Global Times published a glowing tribute to Taylor Swift for choosing Singapore as her only 'Eras Tour' stop in the region. Swift's popularity in China is highlighted, along with her influence on fans and her collaboration with regime-friendly businesses like Alibaba. The article praises Swift for not scheduling tour stops in China and promotes the visa-free travel agreement between China and Singapore.
Key Points
Taylor Swift's choice of Singapore for her concert is praised by the Chinese government
Swift's popularity in China is attributed to her engagements with the country and regime-friendly businesses
The article promotes the visa-free travel agreement between China and Singapore
Chinese state media refers to Swift as 'Meimei' and praises her for her political commentary against Donald Trump
Swift's influence on American voters is noted, with a poll indicating her impact on voting decisions
Pros
Taylor Swift's influence and popularity in China are acknowledged and praised
The article highlights Swift's positive impact on fans and her collaborations with regime-friendly businesses
The promotion of the visa-free travel agreement between China and Singapore is seen as a positive outcome
Cons
The article fails to address China's human rights abuses and Swift's lack of condemnation towards them
The Chinese Communist Party's control over the music industry is highlighted, raising concerns about artistic freedom