Narratives of the formation of the image of Russia in the media discourse of China in the period after 2014
https://doi.org/10.37493/2307-910X.2025.3.15
Abstract
Introduction. This article examines the problems of forming the image of Russia in the media discourse of China. These issues have become particularly relevant after 2014, when Russia began to face international isolation. Results and discussion. The article analyzes the main trends and features of presenting the image of Russia in the Chinese media, as well as the factors influencing this process. In addition, aspects of cooperation between Russia and China are being discussed. Conclusion. Following the events of 2014, significant changes have occurred in the Chinese media's portrayal of Russia. The main narratives shaping Russia's image are driven by the strategic partnership that has begun to develop between the two countries.
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About the Authors
A. A. Kerimov
Ural Federal University
Россия
Россия
Alexander A. Kerimov – Doctor of Political Sciences, Associate Professor, Head of the Department of Political Sciences of the Department of Political Science and Sociology
Scopus ID: 57215904379
Researcher ID: AAG-9905-2019
51 Lenin Ave., Yekaterinburg, 620000
A. A. Zaikin
North-Western Institute of Management – Branch of the Russian Presidential Academy of National Economy and Public Administration
Россия
Россия
Andrey A. Zaikin – Candidate of Political Sciences, Associate Professor of the Department of Social Technologies
57/43 Sredny Ave., St. Petersburg, 199178
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Kerimov A.A., Zaikin A.A. Narratives of the formation of the image of Russia in the media discourse of China in the period after 2014. Modern Science and Innovations. 2025;(3):144-153. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.37493/2307-910X.2025.3.15
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