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A Taipei-based CSO investigating disinformation and information operations in order to safeguard democracy globally. Follow us for our latest reports!

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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
The report identifies short-lived FB account clusters in Malaysia around anti-Japanese narratives following Sanae Takaichi remarks on Taiwan. Activity appears in brief, synchronised bursts before rapid disappearance — coordination-like patterns, but still inconclusive. dtl.tw/tracking-fb-...
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Tracking Suspicious Facebook Accounts After Takaichi’s Taiwan Remarks
Inauthentic Facebook accounts amplified anti-Japan narratives in Malaysian media after PM Takaichi’s Taiwan contingency remarks.
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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
GoLaxy documents offer a rare look at PRC influence operations and how they are evolving with AI. Thanks to @athenaktong.bsky.social and DI Team for sharing insights during a webinar on how these AI-enabled systems work, why they matter, and who is affected. Key takeaways 🧵👇
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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
The cancellation of RightsCon shows just how far China’s influence now reaches. As @mcaster.bsky.social writes, while the cancellation is a tragedy, we should hope it "inspires a true reckoning with China’s influence and leads to meaningful cross-movement coordination." dtl.tw/techpolicy-a...
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China's Disruption of RightsCon is a Wake-Up Call To Counter Its Authoritarian Influence
RightsCon’s cancellation should inspire a reckoning with China’s influence, writes Michael Caster, head of the Global China Program at ARTICLE 19.
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Min Chao @wordsfromtaiwan.bsky.social · 02/05/2026
"One day after a government press release endorsed #RightsCon, we received a phone call [...] and were told that diplomats from the People's Republic of China (PRC) were putting pressure on the Government of Zambia because Taiwanese civil society participants were planning to join us in person."
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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
Heading to AI+ Expo in DC next week? We’ll be speaking at “The China Challenge: The View from Taiwan,” a day-long forum by SCSP and DSET, where we’ll share our latest research on how PRC influence operations are evolving with AI, along with new findings on the Borderless Group. Details below 🧵
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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
A large-scale inauthentic network with documented links to the CCP has built sustained access to Taiwanese & Japanese audiences on Threads. While the content is mostly apolitical, the scale & infrastructure represent a risk to online discourse if repurposed during elections. dtl.tw/borderless-g...
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Assessing the Borderless Group’s Activity on Threads
PRC-linked Borderless Group used 549 fake Threads accounts to drive traffic to content farms targeting Taiwan and Japan.
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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
Tomorrow we’re hosting a webinar on AI in PRC influence operations. @athenaktong.bsky.social and Jasper Hewitt will explore how AI is driving a shift from large-scale bot farms to more sophisticated systems that can map audiences, identify targets & tailor influence. 👉 dtl.tw/golaxy-webin...
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Ai-Men Lau 劉羿雯 @aimenlau.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
I’ll be referencing @doublethinklab.bsky.social report on Taiwan’s model of resilience to countering FIMI, as well as fantastic community-driven initiatives like Cofacts 真的假的.
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Taiwan POWER: A Model for Resilience to Foreign Information Manipulation & Interference
This paper seeks to improve global FIMI resilience by launching a discussion on models of best practice by defining the Taiwan POWER Model…
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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
📅 Webinar: The Rise of AI in PRC Influence Operations (GoLaxy Documents) We’ll explore how AI is reshaping PRC information operations — from mass bot activity to more precise profiling and targeting. 🗓️ April 29, 3 PM CEST / 9 PM UTC+8 🎙️ Athena Tong&Jasper Hewitt 👉 Register: dtl.tw/golaxy-webin...
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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
📢 Upcoming webinar Join us for a webinar hosted by CLEMI and the French Bureau of Taipei where we'll discuss TikTok, disinformation and digital literacy in schools. Register 👉 dtl.tw/tiktok-webinar
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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
What happens when foreign influence campaigns fracture a society’s shared reality? Our new report shows how PRC-aligned information campaigns in the Philippines have shaped narratives around the West Philippine Sea, domestic politics, and public institutions. Read more: dtl.tw/bayanihan 🧵
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A #Bayanihan Initiative: Countering FIMI in the Philippines
How our Philippine partners exposed PRC-linked FIMI shaping West Philippine Sea narratives and political polarization, building resilience.
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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 19/03/2026
Our analyst, Jasper Hewitt, highlights how the PRC is developing a fully AI-driven system for influence operations. Listen to the interview 👉 dtl.tw/32auyk
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Analysis: Report Shows China's AI Targeting Tactics for Information Warfare - TaiwanPlus
Leaked documents reveal China is using advanced AI to generate and spread misleading or manipulated information online. TaiwanPlus spoke with Jasper Hewitt, a digital intelligence analyst with DoubleT...
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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 06/03/2026
📢 New publication: How #Malaysia and #Singapore are navigating growing PRC influence amid unpredictable geopolitics. Our latest case study maps shifting public attitudes and how PRC influence is reinforced through diplomacy, business, and cultural ties. 🧵 Read more: dtl.tw/prc-influenc...
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PRC Influence on ASEAN Countries in 2025: The Case Study of Malaysia and Singapore
China’s influence in Malaysia and Singapore deepens across tech, media, and politics, yet alignment remains pragmatic and contested.
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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
How is the PRC using AI to profile individuals and predict & shape behavior at scale? Our team, with Athena Tong, analyzed leaked GoLaxy documents showing how PRC influence operations have shifted from bot farms to AI-driven systems that profile & target audiences with precision. dtl.tw/golaxy 🧵
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The Rise of AI in PRC Influence Operations: Nine Takeaways from the GoLaxy Documents
Leaked GoLaxy files reveal PRC attempts to deploy AI-driven influence ops targeting Taiwan and the U.S., from profiling to bot distribution.
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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
Our Digital Intelligence team lead, Jerry Yu, will speak at @hooverinstitution.bsky.social's event on March 9 about FIMI in Taiwan and the US. As PRC influence operations grow experts will examine how democracies balance security and civil liberties. Register here: lnkd.in/gfeg75BY
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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
Doublethink Lab's Countering FIMI in the Philippines Project brought together Filipino stakeholders to discuss policy and strategy recommendations to mitigate the impact of FIMI. Read the document here: dtl.tw/pr-fimi The project was supported by the German Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
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Crafting Policy Recommendations for Countering Disinformation and FIMI
Using the 4E framework, this paper outlines policy pathways to counter disinformation and FIMI through capacity, coordination, and rights.
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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
New research led by Sriparna Pathak uses #ChinaIndex 2024 & 2025 data to map Beijing’s influence across South Asia. Essential read on Beijing’s regional footprint & how India has introduced robust countermeasures to reduce dependency & support democratic institutions. dtl.tw/prcinfluencesa
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PRC Influence in South Asia: A Case Study of India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Pakistan
Examining PRC influence in South Asia: A case study of India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Pakistan based on Doublethink Lab’s China Index and…
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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 03/02/2026
Does the diplomatic "thaw" between India and the PRC change the reality of PRC influence in South Asia? Speaker Dr. Sriparna Pathak has noted: Words ≠ actions. Tomorrow, we look at 2025 data on PRC influence in India & its neighborhood. Last chance to register: dtl.tw/0204registra...
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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 29/01/2026
Join our Feb 4 webinar on PRC influence in South Asia & the India-PRC rivalry. Featuring new 2025 data from Sriparna Pathak, plus insights from Lobsang Sither. Moderated by veteran journalist Shahzeb Jillani. Register here - lnkd.in/gRDmTmY5
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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 14/01/2026
1/ At Before 2027: A Memorandum to Taiwan from Georgia and the Czech Republic, the speakers reminded us that authoritarian influence rarely comes from one direction and calls for constant questioning of power, narratives, and intent
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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 12/01/2026
⏰ Happening tonight: What Taiwan can learn from Georgia & the Czech Republic to strengthen democracy ahead of 2027. Registration closes at noon, but you can still catch it live on YouTube! Watch here: dtl.tw/before2027-l... Register here: dtl.tw/registration...
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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 06/01/2026
Before 2027: what can Taiwan learn from countries that have faced sustained authoritarian pressure? Doublethink Lab is hosting a public discussion with speakers from Georgia, the Czech Republic, and Taiwan on defending democracy under pressure. 🧵
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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 23/12/2025
Great analysis by @jianliyang.bsky.social that aligns with a pattern we’ve documented in the China Index: deeper PRC exposure often comes with alignment on Beijing’s positions, including the One China Principle, with 70% of measured countries backing the policy. dtl.tw/nr
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China’s Alarming Latin America Strategy | National Review
A new paper reveals the essence of Beijing’s worldview: the entire world is one chessboard, and the Taiwan question is at its center.
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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 23/12/2025
Delighted to share a recap of how our partners have been doing to support a more nuanced understanding of PRC influence. Showing students in India exploring Chinese influence operations & a UK parliamentary roundtable on safeguarding academic freedom, to name a few. Link below ⬇️
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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
Timely interview with our CEO Wu Min Hsuan amid Japan–PRC tensions. He breaks down what the #ChinaIndex reveals about PRC influence in East Asia and its attempts to shape how people see events and history to influence outcomes without force. dtl.tw/8cjdvk
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Expert Warns China's Increasing Campaign to Split Democratic Allies | JAPAN Forward
Beyond its rapid military buildup, China is stepping up efforts to undermine regional democracies and alliances, according to a Taiwan-based think tank.
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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 28/11/2025
It was a privilege to host our Ukrainian partners last week. Even in the middle of a full-scale war, they continue sharing hard-earned lessons to help Taiwan prepare for hybrid threats and strengthen its readiness.
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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 27/11/2025
Sharing a first look at what we’re seeing online in South Korea. With anti-China protests growing in Seoul and accusations of Beijing’s interference entering the debate, this report is our first step in understanding how influence operations are evolving — with more research coming. dtl.tw/fimi-sk
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Canaries in the Coal Mine: Cases of Foreign Information Manipulation in South Korea
Early signs of China-linked information manipulation in South Korea suggest emerging risks and the need for stronger public awareness
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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 11/11/2025
How did AI‑fueled content influence the KMT chairmanship race? Doublethink Lab’s Jerry Wu shared his views with ChinaTalk on how pro-Cheng posts spread through accounts showing suspicious or inauthentic behavior before the elections. Full story below 👇 dtl.tw/dvhkc6
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AI Slopaganda in the KMT Election
Would the generalAIssimo be proud?
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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
We launched the China Index (中文版) with a press briefing on how Beijing shapes narratives & influence in Taiwan. A major challenge is how broad and varied these efforts are, often reaching those left out of the social safety net — a reminder how social gaps can turn into leverage points.
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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
Dr. Sriparna Pathak shows how Chinese influence takes shape in democracies and why projects like the #ChinaIndex are essential for tracking them. From drones to culture, media, and academia, PRC influence continues to expand in scope and sophistication. dtl.tw/mxmnqk
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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 07/10/2025
Great to see the #ChinaIndex referenced in this timely piece on Sino-Czech relations. It puts the discussion in context with Czechia’s recent elections and growing calls to reset ties with Beijing. thediplomat.com/2025/10/the-...
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The Rise and Fall of China-Czechia Relations
Once Beijing’s closest partner in Central Europe, Czechia has turned into a skeptic – but the latest elections could put China back on the agenda.
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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 03/10/2025
Ukraine saw the steepest decline in PRC influence in the latest #ChinaIndex. Our regional partner, Sorin Ioniță, shares what others can learn from Ukraine’s experience. 👉 Watch the full discussion dtl.tw/ci-forum
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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 02/10/2025
In 2022, the #ChinaIndex showed 45% of measured countries had at least one of their top 5 social media apps linked to the PRC. In the latest edition, that figure has jumped to 65%. Why does this matter? As Dr. Sriparna Pathak noted about TikTok: Watch the full discussion: dtl.tw/ci-forum
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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 30/09/2025
Taiwan and Ukraine face similar battles against disinformation. At an expert panel our co-founder and CEO, Wu Min Hsuan (Ttcat), explained how Beijing and Moscow share and adapt tactics to undermine democracy. 👉 See the full discussion: dtl.tw/dzhsej
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Democracies in the crosshairs: How Ukraine, the EU, the US, and Taiwan defend the information space
Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.
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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 26/09/2025
Interesting piece on what the #ChinaIndex reveals about PRC influence in Uganda and beyond: subtle moves — apps, festivals, infrastructure, ‘no-lecture’ loans — quietly build exposure and alignment with Beijing’s strategic goals. dtl.tw/arddch
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How China controls the world
New report reveals how Beijing influences Uganda and other countries in thinking and action COVER STORY | RONALD MUSOKE | Today, the number of learners attending Mandarin classes at the Confucius Inst...
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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 24/09/2025
More than two-thirds of countries in the #ChinaIndex show rising PRC influence. Our expanded data tracks how that influence shifts over time. Explore country-by-country changes here: dtl.tw/ueckb3
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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 22/09/2025
Great to see Center of Economic and Law Studies expand on the #ChinaIndex to examine the PRC’s reach across Indonesia’s provinces — highlighting how its influence goes beyond national projects and reaches deep into local economies & communities. dtl.tw/b3jrcd
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2025 China- Indonesia Propinsi Indeks: Memahami Kaki Cina Di Provinsi Indonesia
2025 China- Provinsi Indonesia Indeks adalah edisi kedua dari studi perintis yang memetakan keberadaan Cina secara sistematis di seluruh provinsi Indonesia antara 1 Agustus 2024 - 1 Agustus 2025. Memb...
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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 15/09/2025
Bayanihan for #Eleksyon2025 reveals how gold-smuggling claims with little evidence — and other coordinated disinformation and information operations — distorted the debate during the 2025 midterms in the Philippines. 🧵 dtl.tw/n67746
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Bayanihan for #Eleksyon2025: Philippine Midterms Monitoring
Tracking #Eleksyon2025 disinfo & foreign meddling, building bayanihan networks to safeguard Philippine democracy.
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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 12/09/2025
How exposed is your country to PRC influence? Our new China Index report shows some nations deepening dependence, others stepping back. Canada & Cambodia see the largest increases in PRC reliance; Ukraine & India the steepest drops. Read the full report & thread 👉 dtl.tw/chinaindex20...
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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 10/09/2025
Join us today at 9 AM ET / 9 PM GMT+8 for our discussion on the latest China Index findings on PRC global influence with a panel of regional experts. Don’t miss it — event link: dtl.tw/0e4upp
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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 04/09/2025
📅 Save the date: Sept 10, 2025! Join us online to discuss the latest China Index report 🌍 — compare PRC influence across countries & over time, and explore where vulnerabilities are deepening vs. where societies are proving resilient. 🔗 forms.gle/EMhMLdH6kUsa...
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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 13/08/2025
📅 We’ll be at DRAPAC 2025 in KL with Democracy.Net.PH, discussing one of the biggest challenges for democracies: disinformation & information operations in elections. Sign up 👉 drapac.net/25/attendees/ Looking forward to connecting & sharing insights!
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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 04/08/2025
The PRC exploits open markets to build dependency and advance its agenda. In our latest piece in the China Index Spotlight series, Iverson Ng examines how this plays out in British territories, echoing tactics used in Hong Kong after the handover 🧵 dtl.tw/l9vowq
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Near Abroad — The PRC’s State-Firm Fusion in Selected British Territories
Examining PRC influence in Hong Kong, BVI, Cayman Islands, Bermuda, and Gibraltar.
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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 21/07/2025
1/🧵INVESTIGATION: Ahead of the election to recall Taiwanese lawmakers, numerous coordinated fake Threads accounts posing as Taiwanese amplified political narratives that primarily criticized the DPP. medium.com/doublethinkl...
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Inauthentic Accounts Impersonate Taiwanese to Attack Political Party
51 fake accounts on Threads posed as Taiwanese to attack the DPP, likely linked to China’s influence-for-hire networks.
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Foreign Policy @foreignpolicy.com · 15/07/2025
Pro-Duterte influencers are increasingly in sync with online accounts that parrot narratives friendly to the Chinese government, raising concerns of foreign influence, Nick Aspinwall writes.
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The Philippines Is a Petri Dish for Chinese Disinformation
Inauthentic accounts linked to China are seizing on local political feuds.
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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 17/07/2025
📣 Join us at the first #ChinaIndex Spotlight Webinar where we explore how Thailand 🇹🇭 and Pakistan 🇵🇰 can navigate Beijing's influence through careful policy adjustments 🗓️ Date: Tuesday, July 29, 2025 ⏰ Time: 3:00 PM GMT+8 🔗 Register now: dtl.tw/6dr3vp
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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 17/07/2025
Great to see our TikTok report featured in this timely @globaltaiwan.bsky.social piece on Taiwan’s need for stronger social media literacy education. globaltaiwan.org/2025/07/buil...
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Building Digital Resilience: Taiwan’s Urgent Need for Robust Social Media Literacy Education | Global Taiwan Institute
Many Taiwanese teenagers no longer watch television after school; instead, social media dominates their daily lives. Platforms such as TikTok, Instagram, and Rednote are deeply woven into teenagers’ r...
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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 15/07/2025
The latest #ChinaIndex shows rising PRC influence in Pakistan despite security challenges around CPEC projects like Gwadar Port. Our new report by Haroon Baloch explores CPEC’s impacts and offers practical policy steps on governance, inclusion & security. medium.com/doublethinkl...
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PRC’s Soft and Hard Power Influence in Pakistan
China’s influence in Pakistan via CPEC raises concerns over sovereignty, inequality, and security despite economic gains.
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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 11/07/2025
Building on #ChinaIndex data, this case study by Chonlawit Sirikupt delves deeper into how PRC-backed capital and elite alliances are influencing segments of Thailand’s military, media, and universities — often in ways that align with Beijing’s interests. medium.com/doublethinkl...
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As Close as One Family? Examining PRC’s Influence in Thailand
How PRC influence in Thailand challenges sovereignty, transparency, and press freedom — and the policy recommendations needed.
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Doublethink Lab @doublethinklab.bsky.social · 06/06/2025
Our new study finds that active TikTok users in Taiwan are more likely to align with Beijing-leaning narratives on cross-strait relations and domestic politics. 🧵 medium.com/doublethinkl...
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2025 Taiwan TikTok User Study: Nationwide Online Surveys — Research Data
This project conducted an online survey targeting TikTok (and Douyin) users in Taiwan to explore potential differences between active and…
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