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Former Israeli prime minister Naftali Bennett on the war in Gaza and domestic politics in Israel; Finnish president Alexander Stubb on the future of NATO and his recent trip to Kyiv; Nationalist social media backlash in China
Apr 8, 2024
Former Israeli PM Naftali Bennett discusses Gaza conflict and Israeli politics, while Finnish President Alexander Stubb talks NATO future and recent Kiev visit. They also cover China's nationalist social media backlash.
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- Zhang Shanshan faced attacks over patriotism in China's social media landscape, highlighting the influence of commercial interests and public sentiment.
- Nationalist sentiments fuel online targeting of Chinese businesses, showcasing the unique dynamics of social media behavior in China.
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Controversies and Criticisms: Online Outrage against Chinese Businesses and Businessmen
Online campaigns targeting international brands like Nike and H&M due to their statements on Xinjiang crackdown led to sales impacts. Recently, China's richest man, Zhang Shanshan, faced scrutiny for alleged lack of patriotism, with netizens questioning his Chinese identity based on branding and family associations. Despite significant market valuation losses for Zhang's company, the targeting appears more driven by online sentiment than government directive.
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