American influencers in China

SOURCE www.semafor.com
American influencers are being expelled from the US while Chinese initiative pays for US influencers to visit and collaborate with local counterparts in China, boosting cultural exchange and soft power.

Key Points

  • Chinese initiative paying for US influencers to visit and collaborate with local counterparts
  • State outlets praising Western influencers for showcasing 'authentic' life in China
  • US immigration crackdown pushing out influencers

Pros

  • Boosting cultural exchange between the US and China
  • Increasing soft power for China through influencer collaborations

Cons

  • US immigration crackdown leading to expulsion of influencers