Millions in Ads: China Runs Propaganda in Major US Newspapers | China In Focus

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Millions in Ads: China Runs Propaganda in Major US Newspapers | China In Focus​



China in Focus


The Chinese regime is pouring money into pumping out propaganda. It's medium is legacy U.S. media, disguised as opinion pieces. China Daily's ad inserts trace back to the Chinese Communist Party. Reports point to the millions spent ahead of U.S. elections, aiming to sway public opinion. Those ads highlight instances of China's success in other countries and push policies that favor Beijing. From former President Donald Trump to the head of Britain's intelligence agency, officials are sounding the alarm. What does this mean for democracy?