Research on the Image Construction of ASEAN in Chinese Mainstream Media: A Bibliometric Analysis

by Qiong Dang

Overview

The book offers an in-depth analysis of how ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) is portrayed in the Chinese media, focusing on the multifaceted dynamics of economic cooperation, regional connectivity, cultural exchange, and non-traditional security governance. With the rise of China's global influence, understanding the strategic role ASEAN plays in this complex relationship has never been more critical. The book explores ASEAN’s image as a cooperative, open, and innovative economic partner, examining digitalization, cross-border synergy, regional trade hubs, and infrastructure collaborations. It delves into how the region’s growing role as a technological and green-transition hub enhances its position in global trade networks, offering valuable insights for scholars, policymakers, and business leaders. Key chapters highlight ASEAN as an emerging key player in logistics, air freight, and rail transport, focusing on vital trade corridors like Vietnam and the strategic cooperation between regions such as Chongqing, Yunnan, and Guangxi. It also showcases ASEAN’s importance as a cultural bridge, highlighting the region’s active role in tourism, cultural heritage preservation, and educational exchanges. A special emphasis is placed on ASEAN's involvement in non-traditional security cooperation, including its resilience against natural disasters and growing cybersecurity challenges. The book also underscores ASEAN’s importance as a host and participant in major international sporting events, contributing to its growing global profile.Combining scholarly research with practical insights, this work provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of ASEAN’s image construction in Chinese media, illustrating how ASEAN is not just a regional grouping but a pivotal player in shaping the future of international relations, trade, and cooperation.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9789819655229
Publisher:	Springer Nature Singapore
Publication date:	05/10/2025
Pages:	267
Product dimensions:	6.10(w) x 9.25(h) x (d)

About the Author

Qiong Dang is Associate Professor, School of Journalism and Communication, Guangxi University, Nanning, China. She obtained Ph.D. in cultural studies, Department of Communication Science, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Brussel, Belgium. Her research field is new media studies, international communcation. She has led more than 7 national and provincial-level projects, published over 20 research papers, and authored 2 Chinese monographs and 1 English monograph.She has translated one Chinese monograph into English.

Table of Contents

Introduction.- Museums in a Chinese Context.- Theoretical Framework.- Methodology.- Museums as a Revolutionary Front.- Museums as an Educational and Propaganda Bas.