| ID | 136545 |
| Title Proper | Rise and influence of Weibo (microblogs) in China |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Harwit, Eric |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | China’s weibo community numbered more than 300 million users in 2013. This article assesses the rise and influence of microblogs from political, social, and commercial aspects. It examines ways the Chinese government has controlled microblogs, considers newer competing forms of communication, and assesses trends in Chinese digital discourse. |
| `In' analytical Note | Asian Survey Vol.54, No.6; Nov-Dec.2015: p.1059-1087 |
| Journal Source | Asian Survey Vol: 54 No 6 |
| Standard Number | China |