Monday, 26 May, 2025

Misinformation on Chinese Social Media Threatens Fragile US-China Trade Truce

A surge of misinformation on Chinese platforms like Douyin and Weibo is undermining the recent 90-day US-China tariff truce. False narratives—including outdated videos misrepresented as Americans panic-buying Chinese goods—are fueling anti-American sentiment. Experts suggest these state-curated campaigns aim to sway public opinion and pressure US negotiators, potentially destabilizing the fragile trade agreement.