British travel vloggers in Xinjiang share content aligning with Chinese government's narrative, boosting foreign tourism by 130% in 2022.

British travel vloggers are visiting China's Xinjiang province, known for its re-education camps for Uyghurs, and sharing positive content that aligns with the Chinese government's narrative denying human rights abuses. Welcomed by Beijing, these influencers benefit from new visa-free policies, contributing to a 130% increase in foreign tourism in 2022. Their videos, often contrasting with international media reports, amplify state messaging on Chinese social media platforms.

September 21, 2024
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