China’s Social Media ‘Spring Clean’: Crackdown on Wealth-Flaunting Influencers
Chinese regulators are conducting a 'spring clean' of the country's social media, targeting influencers flaunting wealth. The campaign aims to counteract 'toxic traffic' and support social morality. This move reflects Beijing's long-held concerns about social media's influence and its potential to spread subversive ideas.
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Chinese regulators are in the midst of a comprehensive 'spring clean' of the nation's social media platforms, a campaign launched on April 23, 2024, by the Cyberspace Administration of China. The initiative, known as the Qinglang campaign, targets Chinese social media influencers and celebrities who flaunt their wealth to attract followers.
This crackdown goes beyond mainland China, impacting Taiwanese influencers as well. Beijing's efforts echo a global concern over the harms of social media, but unlike the U.S. focus on mental health, China's measures are aimed at preserving societal well-being.
Under the campaign, influential figures like Wang Hongquanxing and Bo Gongzi have seen their accounts blocked for showcasing luxury goods. According to analysts, the move is not just about morality but also about addressing economic disparities and mitigating subversive content. Beijing's broader crackdown on perceived immoral behaviors has garnered substantial public support, rooted in centuries-old values of wealth equality.
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