What’s on Weibo, a news site tracking trends on Chinese social media, has provided insights into Chinese society despite facing censorship and harassment.
Manya Koetse, a Dutch national, felt left out among her Chinese friends due to her lack of knowledge about Chinese social media trends. In 2013, she launched What’s on Weibo, a news site that tracks and explains trends on Chinese social media. Despite facing censorship and harassment, the site offers rare insights into Chinese society. It covers a wide range of topics, including women’s rights, protests, and online frustrations. Koetse hopes to bridge the gap between Chinese and non-Chinese audiences, sharing stories that resonate with both.
Source : News Site Helps Decode China Through Memes and Social Media Trends
