The modern image of Russia in the Chinese media

Abstract

This article analyzes how Russia is represented in the Chinese mass-media. The modern media space often forms images, influences the understanding of events and figures, and Russia, with which partnerships are developed on the basis of mutual respect and good neighborliness, is no exception. China and Russia, in turn, support each other, cooperate in various fi elds, even in information, and show neutrality in various interstate disputes. An examination of how Russian themes are presented in the Chinese press highlights several key elements: reports of cooperation with China, confl icts between the West (mainly the EU and the US) and Russia, Russian military power, the image of Vladimir Putin and his political contribution, cultural height Russia, as well as a special military operation in Ukraine. The expert conducted a comprehensive analysis of messages in the Chinese media and concluded that in most cases the mood in the media is friendly towards Russia. Russia acts as a powerful strategic, military and economic ally, its people appear as indomitable and retain their cultural shortcomings. It is also often emphasized that both Russia and China are jointly fighting on the part of the US and NATO.