China’s Weibo asks bloggers to avoid badmouthing the economy

Weibo Corp, a Chinese microblogging site, is discouraging users from posting negative content about the economy amid concerns of slowing domestic growth. Users have received notices advising them to avoid expressing pessimism about the economy. Weibo users with large followings have reported being privately instructed to post less about the economy and focus on lighter topics. The move by Weibo reflects the Chinese government’s efforts to restore confidence in the economy and strengthen public opinion guidance.

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