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Strategic Influence

China’s Soft Power Play: How Video Games Are Boosting Beijing’s Global Influence

Shaoyu Yuan
18 February 2025
6 min
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China uses video games as a soft power tool, with Tencent at the forefront. This gaming strategy supports China's Digital Silk Road initiative and its aim to be a digital and cultural leader.
READ: China’s Soft Power Play: How Video Games Are Boosting Beijing’s Global Influence

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  • The Diplomat: High factual reporting 
  • Collections | The Runway (airforce.gov.au)
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