| ID | 138699 |
| Title Proper | China's blue soft power |
| Other Title Information | antipiracy, engagement, and image enhancement |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Erickson, Andrew S ; Strange, Austin M |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | On 3 September 2014, almost six years since Chinese warships first entered the Gulf of Aden to fulfill antipiracy duties, China Central Television (CCTV)–8 aired the first episode of “In the Gulf of Aden” . The multidozen-episode program, designed to “ignite raging patriotism” , given evening prime-time status, and attracting a popular audience with a star-studded cast, explores in dramatic fashion Beijing’s experience fighting modern piracy. Produced by the People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) Political Department’s Television Art Center over three years, the series offers a unique window into how the PLAN has conducted its antipiracy mission and seeks to portray its experience to a Chinese audience. |
| `In' analytical Note | Naval War College Review Vol. 68, No.1; Winter 2015: p.71-92 |
| Journal Source | Naval War College Review Vol: 68 No 2 |
| Key Words | Military Development ; Soft Power ; Engagement ; China - Soft Power ; PLAN ; People’s Liberation Army Navy ; International Navies ; Blue Power - China ; Antipiracy ; Image Enhancement ; Maritime Self-Defense Force ; Blue Water Aspirations |