China In Context
China In Context
SOAS China Institute
China's grip on the internet in Southeast Asia
14 minutes Posted May 21, 2024 at 12:00 pm.
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China is becoming a dominant force in the online realm in Southeast Asia. Partnerships through a network known as the Digital Silk Road enable China to have extensive influence on how people access the internet in countries such as Cambodia, Nepal and Thailand. In this podcast, campaigner Michael Caster explains what he sees as a battle for free speech in the region. The podcast is presented by regular host, Duncan Bartlett.