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Chinese people are cautious about traveling to Thailand and Southeast Asia, says analyst
Chinese travelers are canceling plans to visit Thailand during the Lunar New Year break, as concerns over the kidnapping of actor Wang Xing
Alice
Jan 271 min read
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Chinese Tourists Avoid Far-Flung Trips Over Lunar Holiday
China’s straitened economic circumstances are being reflected in Lunar New Year travel plans, with many choosing cheaper domestic trips or
Alice
Jan 243 min read
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AI video of Thai PM speaking Mandarin aims to reassure Chinese tourists as bookings dip
Abduction of Chinese actor Wang Xing sent shock waves through Thailand’s tourism industry, which relies heavily on travellers from China.
Alice
Jan 232 min read
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TikTok ban drives users to Chinese social platform RedNote
The TikTok ban in the US is creating unexpected opportunities for RedNote, the Chinese social platform also known as Xiao Hong Shu or Little
Alice
Jan 212 min read
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Newsletter - January 2025
The 2025 Spring Festival offers brands a chance to engage Kuaishou’s 282M users. Xiaohongshu drives social commerce with 79% self-pleasure s
China Trading Desk
Jan 200 min read
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Trending Now: China's Social Media Highlights #13Jan-19Jan#
From celebrity news to political developments and economic milestones, this week’s social media buzz in China spans a wide array of topics.
Alice
Jan 202 min read
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First-time Chinese travellers ready to hop and shop
First-time Chinese travellers - mostly young females - are not holding back and are ready to embark on budget-friendly trips to destinations
Alice
Jan 202 min read
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Gen Z and Travel Retail: Unlocking the Potential of Social Media-Driven Shopping Habits
In 2024, Gen Z emerged as a key driver of growth in the global travel retail sector. As this generation of Chinese travellers—aged 18 to 29—
Alice
Jan 173 min read
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January Trends Across China’s Top Social Media Platforms
Weibo highlighted aviation tragedies and Fan Zhendong’s withdrawal, stirring empathy. Douyin’s “Dear 2025” trend inspired optimism and pride
Alice
Jan 162 min read
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