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By Wang Peng

The impending TikTok ban in the United States has triggered a massive "migration" of users, with many seeking "refuge" on China's Xiaohongshu, a social networking and e-commerce platform also known as "Little Red Book." This unexpected phenomenon not only highlights shifting dynamics in global digital platforms but also exposes the complexities of political maneuvering, technological sovereignty and freedom of speech in the U.S. The TikTok-Xiaohongshu saga offers a case study of the challenges Chinese tech companies face in navigating the international stage. It also underscores the opportunities for fostering global engagement while maintaining compliance with diverse regulatory landscapes.

Deepening digital cooperation between China and ASEAN is crucial for driving regional economic growth and innovation, according to Koh King Kee, president of the Centre for New Inclusive Asia, who delivered a keynote address at the Shanghai Forum 2025 on April 25.

The Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) isn't a debt trap — it's a lifeline for developing nations, according to Hussein Askary, vice chairman of the Belt and Road Institute in Sweden. Speaking from his unique Iraqi-Swedish perspective, Askary challenges Western narratives about the China-proposed global initiative.

Participants walk in the town of Davos during the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland, January 20, 2025. [Photo/Xinhua]

By Imran Khalid

Is the world's second-largest economy still a developing country? This question has sparked heated debate in Washington in recent years, where lawmakers passed legislation challenging China's status as such.