Kazakhstans media coverage of China: How the Belt and Road Initiative strengthens geopolitical ties
Slamgazhy A. Liu R. Zhappassov Z. Tassilova A.
April 2024Institute of Eastern Europe and Central Asia
Journal of Eastern European and Central Asian Research
2024#11Issue 2362 - 376 pp.
This study investigates the portrayal of China in Kazakhstani media, focusing on changes in perceptions before and during the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). Through comparative discourse analysis, the research reveals a shift in media narratives from primarily economic and political aspects to a growing emphasis on fostering friendly relations between Kazakhstan and China. The paper also explores how diplomatic relations between the two countries influence media reports about China. Although the findings are specific to Kazakhstan, the study contributes to understanding Central Asian views on China, especially in the context of the BRI and the regions changing geopolitical dynamics. The research suggests a trend toward more positive and neutral coverage of China in Kazakhstani news outlets.
Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) , Central Asia , China , content analysis , EAEU, SREB , Kazakhstan
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Department of Creative Industries, Astana IT University, Kazakhstan
Central Connecticut State University, New Britain, CT, United States
International Engineering Technological University, Almaty, Kazakhstan
Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, Almaty, Kazakhstan
Department of Creative Industries
Central Connecticut State University
International Engineering Technological University
Al-Farabi Kazakh National University
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