[Ramon Martinez]

Session 2: Thoughts on "China's Covert Political Influence Campaign in Australia

 

I am not surprised to learn about the extent of China's messaging strategy throughout the world.  I was, however, surprised how Chinese diplomats, its state backed media and its communist party leveraged its influence in community and local council decision making.  I was surprised to learn to what extent it will work toward shifting narratives and changing perceptions about China in Australian communities.  What was even more interesting to learn was about its influence in the "Georges River Council" and how this local council without much fanfare decided to terminate the sponsorship of an independent newspaper "The Vision Times" from continued sponsorship of the "Chinese New Year".  This approach merely reinforces China's approach to control messaging, and to provide the talking points needed to support the communist party throughout the world. In addition, it signals how it is continuing to leverage its strategy and promoting China.  In particular, to reinforce Xi Jinping propaganda in ensuring that China is reflected positively throughout the world.  Additionally, China continues to message on the benefits of the Chinese version of its autocratic system and highlighting the weaknesses of western democracies.

 

[Ramon Martinez]

Hello Everyone,

My name is Ramon Martinez.  I am an elementary School Teacher from LAUSD.  I have been with the district for 23 years.  I have always been fascinated by the history of China. I have particularly enjoyed learning about the its past dynasties and how China's continued inventions have shaped the modern world.  Its influence over the cultures, religions, economy, languages and governments of the world can not be overstated.  Modern China continues to excercise a tremendous influence on peoples lives throughout the world.

As public school educators, I firmly believe that it is vital that all learners have the opportunity to learn and reflect about the past, present and future of China.  Similarly, how learning about China will certainly help them understand their present and future lifestyle.  I wholeheartedly embrace the opportunity to learn from all colleagues, presenters and professors in this continual learning about the awesomeness of China.  I am looking forward to this learning journey.

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