In this podcast [30 min], Insightview has talked to Casper Wichmann, a sinologist with an MA degree in China studies from the University of Copenhagen. ‌We discuss what is behind Beijing's campaign against domestic tech companies, which has spread from Alibaba to all tech companies - and subsequently to educational companies. Suddenly, China is seen in a different light by investors, namely as a high-risk country. Insightview asks China expert Casper Wichmann whether China should now be seen in a different light?
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Last week, a Chinese state media called gaming “spiritual opium”, which hits gaming stocks in the financial market. This raises the question, who are the next targets in President Xi's ongoing campaign. The president has previously said that housing is 'for living in, not for speculation'? Are the real estate tycoons the next in line? ‌
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‌Casper Wichmann specialises in Chinese digital platforms, technology and innovation and gives frequent lectures on the subject. Casper works as coordinator and daily manager of the Danish think tank on China, ThinkChina, within the University of Copenhagen. Casper is also a frequent guest in Danish media talking about various topics related to China.
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‌‌‌Music: Melodyloops, 'Technology Park' – by MediaM
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