Economist Podcasts The Intelligence: Surveilling China’s diaspora
30 snips
Apr 1, 2024 
Rosie Bloor, an International China correspondent for The Economist, sheds light on China's extensive surveillance of its diaspora and the chilling effects of state monitoring on freedom. Caitlin Talbot, who writes about culture, discusses the staggering amount of unexhibited treasures the world's museums hold, like Darwin's tortoise. They also touch on America's transformed skiing industry, focusing on new business models and how these shifts reflect consumer behavior. It's a captivating exploration of culture, surveillance, and industry evolution!
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Li Ying's Twitter Account
- During China's 2022 protests, many followed Li Ying's Twitter account for updates.
- Li Ying, a student in Milan, reposted protest videos and photos, gaining 1.6 million followers.
China's Expanding Reach
- The Chinese government is extending its control over its diaspora.
- Even seemingly non-political citizens living abroad feel intimidated and censor themselves.
WeChat Monitoring
- A woman living in the Netherlands, not a dissident, felt monitored by the Chinese government through WeChat.
- Subtle censorship and monitoring of foreign-registered accounts create an environment of fear and self-censorship.