1/ At Before 2027: A Memorandum to Taiwan from Georgia and the Czech Republic, the speakers reminded us that authoritarian influence rarely comes from one direction and calls for constant questioning of power, narratives, and intent

⏰ Happening tonight: What Taiwan can learn from Georgia & the Czech Republic to strengthen democracy ahead of 2027. Registration closes at noon, but you can still catch it live on YouTube! Watch here: dtl.tw/before2027-l... Register here: dtl.tw/registration...

Before 2027: what can Taiwan learn from countries that have faced sustained authoritarian pressure? Doublethink Lab is hosting a public discussion with speakers from Georgia, the Czech Republic, and Taiwan on defending democracy under pressure. 🧵

Great analysis by @jianliyang.bsky.social that aligns with a pattern we’ve documented in the China Index: deeper PRC exposure often comes with alignment on Beijing’s positions, including the One China Principle, with 70% of measured countries backing the policy. dtl.tw/nr

Delighted to share a recap of how our partners have been doing to support a more nuanced understanding of PRC influence. Showing students in India exploring Chinese influence operations & a UK parliamentary roundtable on safeguarding academic freedom, to name a few. Link below ⬇️

Timely interview with our CEO Wu Min Hsuan amid Japan–PRC tensions. He breaks down what the #ChinaIndex reveals about PRC influence in East Asia and its attempts to shape how people see events and history to influence outcomes without force. dtl.tw/8cjdvk

It was a privilege to host our Ukrainian partners last week. Even in the middle of a full-scale war, they continue sharing hard-earned lessons to help Taiwan prepare for hybrid threats and strengthen its readiness.

Sharing a first look at what we’re seeing online in South Korea. With anti-China protests growing in Seoul and accusations of Beijing’s interference entering the debate, this report is our first step in understanding how influence operations are evolving — with more research coming. dtl.tw/fimi-sk

How did AI‑fueled content influence the KMT chairmanship race? Doublethink Lab’s Jerry Wu shared his views with ChinaTalk on how pro-Cheng posts spread through accounts showing suspicious or inauthentic behavior before the elections. Full story below 👇 dtl.tw/dvhkc6

We launched the China Index (中文版) with a press briefing on how Beijing shapes narratives & influence in Taiwan. A major challenge is how broad and varied these efforts are, often reaching those left out of the social safety net — a reminder how social gaps can turn into leverage points.

Dr. Sriparna Pathak shows how Chinese influence takes shape in democracies and why projects like the #ChinaIndex are essential for tracking them. From drones to culture, media, and academia, PRC influence continues to expand in scope and sophistication. dtl.tw/mxmnqk

Great to see the #ChinaIndex referenced in this timely piece on Sino-Czech relations. It puts the discussion in context with Czechia’s recent elections and growing calls to reset ties with Beijing. thediplomat.com/2025/10/the-...

Ukraine saw the steepest decline in PRC influence in the latest #ChinaIndex. Our regional partner, Sorin Ioniță, shares what others can learn from Ukraine’s experience. 👉 Watch the full discussion dtl.tw/ci-forum

In 2022, the #ChinaIndex showed 45% of measured countries had at least one of their top 5 social media apps linked to the PRC. In the latest edition, that figure has jumped to 65%. Why does this matter? As Dr. Sriparna Pathak noted about TikTok: Watch the full discussion: dtl.tw/ci-forum

Taiwan and Ukraine face similar battles against disinformation. At an expert panel our co-founder and CEO, Wu Min Hsuan (Ttcat), explained how Beijing and Moscow share and adapt tactics to undermine democracy. 👉 See the full discussion: dtl.tw/dzhsej

Interesting piece on what the #ChinaIndex reveals about PRC influence in Uganda and beyond: subtle moves — apps, festivals, infrastructure, ‘no-lecture’ loans — quietly build exposure and alignment with Beijing’s strategic goals. dtl.tw/arddch

More than two-thirds of countries in the #ChinaIndex show rising PRC influence. Our expanded data tracks how that influence shifts over time. Explore country-by-country changes here: dtl.tw/ueckb3

Great to see Center of Economic and Law Studies expand on the #ChinaIndex to examine the PRC’s reach across Indonesia’s provinces — highlighting how its influence goes beyond national projects and reaches deep into local economies & communities. dtl.tw/b3jrcd

Bayanihan for #Eleksyon2025 reveals how gold-smuggling claims with little evidence — and other coordinated disinformation and information operations — distorted the debate during the 2025 midterms in the Philippines. 🧵 dtl.tw/n67746

How exposed is your country to PRC influence? Our new China Index report shows some nations deepening dependence, others stepping back. Canada & Cambodia see the largest increases in PRC reliance; Ukraine & India the steepest drops. Read the full report & thread 👉 dtl.tw/chinaindex20...

Join us today at 9 AM ET / 9 PM GMT+8 for our discussion on the latest China Index findings on PRC global influence with a panel of regional experts. Don’t miss it — event link: dtl.tw/0e4upp

📅 Save the date: Sept 10, 2025! Join us online to discuss the latest China Index report 🌍 — compare PRC influence across countries & over time, and explore where vulnerabilities are deepening vs. where societies are proving resilient. 🔗 forms.gle/EMhMLdH6kUsa...

📅 We’ll be at DRAPAC 2025 in KL with Democracy.Net.PH, discussing one of the biggest challenges for democracies: disinformation & information operations in elections. Sign up 👉 drapac.net/25/attendees/ Looking forward to connecting & sharing insights!

The PRC exploits open markets to build dependency and advance its agenda. In our latest piece in the China Index Spotlight series, Iverson Ng examines how this plays out in British territories, echoing tactics used in Hong Kong after the handover 🧵 dtl.tw/l9vowq

1/🧵INVESTIGATION: Ahead of the election to recall Taiwanese lawmakers, numerous coordinated fake Threads accounts posing as Taiwanese amplified political narratives that primarily criticized the DPP. medium.com/doublethinkl...

Pro-Duterte influencers are increasingly in sync with online accounts that parrot narratives friendly to the Chinese government, raising concerns of foreign influence, Nick Aspinwall writes.

📣 Join us at the first #ChinaIndex Spotlight Webinar where we explore how Thailand 🇹🇭 and Pakistan 🇵🇰 can navigate Beijing's influence through careful policy adjustments 🗓️ Date: Tuesday, July 29, 2025 ⏰ Time: 3:00 PM GMT+8 🔗 Register now: dtl.tw/6dr3vp

Great to see our TikTok report featured in this timely @globaltaiwan.bsky.social piece on Taiwan’s need for stronger social media literacy education. globaltaiwan.org/2025/07/buil...

The latest #ChinaIndex shows rising PRC influence in Pakistan despite security challenges around CPEC projects like Gwadar Port. Our new report by Haroon Baloch explores CPEC’s impacts and offers practical policy steps on governance, inclusion & security. medium.com/doublethinkl...

Building on #ChinaIndex data, this case study by Chonlawit Sirikupt delves deeper into how PRC-backed capital and elite alliances are influencing segments of Thailand’s military, media, and universities — often in ways that align with Beijing’s interests. medium.com/doublethinkl...

Our new study finds that active TikTok users in Taiwan are more likely to align with Beijing-leaning narratives on cross-strait relations and domestic politics. 🧵 medium.com/doublethinkl...

This is very concerning. The US govt has good reasons to be concerned about Chinese espionage, but broad bans not only undermine the rights of Chinese students, but also America's ability to lead in innovation. My past piece on how to effectively address the issue: www.chinafile.com/reporting-op...

We are honored to announce María Corina Machado as our 2025 Freedom Award recipient. For years, María Corina Machado has stood defiantly against the authoritarian Maduro regime, and she continues to inspire the Venezuelan people—and us—to dream of a more democratic, freer future.

The first of two reports on TikTok’s influence in Taiwan is out! This one explores how teens use the app and how it fits into the PRC’s broader efforts to shape perceptions of China, its people, and cross-strait unification. medium.com/doublethinkl...

Missed the talk with @doublethinklab.bsky.social on influence operations and disinformation campaigns? You can listen back on podcast platforms now under 'Stage Talks with Bellingcat'. Find our conversation on Spotify here: open.spotify.com/episode/4A5n...

📢 New paper out! Big thanks to @geringtuvia.bsky.social for his insightful research on how the PRC systematically exploits city-level diplomatic channels to expand influence, bypass national regulations, and advance its geopolitical and economic goals. medium.com/doublethinkl...

Learn about monitoring inauthentic accounts and conducting investigations into Foreign Information Manipulation and Interference (FIMI) in our next Stage Talk on Thursday, 4pm CEST/10am EDT. We're joined by the @doublethinklab.bsky.social team live in our Discord Server discord.gg/FGq4XfYm?eve...

A disturbing example of PRC online influence operations targeting overseas critics

Excited to join @bglaser.bsky.social and @gmfus.bsky.social for this fascinating episode of the China Global Podcast to discuss @article19.bsky.social work on the Digital Silk Road and China's digital governance norms setting in the Indo-Pacific. www.gmfus.org/news/chinas-...

A recent investigation reveals a Facebook account attempting to recruit Taiwanese individuals with ties to sensitive sectors such as the military, police, and critical infrastructure (including Chunghwa Telecom). Meta Ad Library records show the ads were paid for by a company based in the PRC.

🇰🇷 We’re looking for an analyst based in South Korea to join our team in investigating information manipulation and supporting local partners. Learn more:

On a recent curated tour of cities in China, Indonesian influencers gushed about food and culture. These digital stars are unwitting ambassadors in China’s campaign to reshape its image abroad — by Muhammad Zulfikar Rakhmat and Yeta Purnama. chinamediaproject.org/2025/03/13/i...

Looking forward to sharing insights from the China Index 2024 on the PRC's digital influence on democracy and its role in digital repression abroad, with contributions from @article19.bsky.social and our regional partners. Sign up here to attend ➡️ bit.ly/4i1URmw

Are you in #Taiwan 4 #RightsCon? Join @article19.bsky.social & @doublethinklab.bsky.social next Tuesday for a conversation about #China's global assault on tech & human rights with perspectives from Asia, Africa, & Europe. With @matejsimalcik.bsky.social Ivan Lai, Tess Bacalla, & Sikula Oniala

📕Book Tour Announcement : Taipei, Los Angeles, New York, DC, and San Francisco — with others in the works (ping if you'd like us for an event!). @melissakchan and I are proudly to take our graphic novel YOU MUST TAKE PART IN REVOLUTION on the road! 🔗 badiucao.com/book

🇹🇼 Join us for this critical RightsCon dialogue featuring @aimenlau.bsky.social, our Social Engagement Team Lead, as she presents her research on the PRC's digital transnational repression of dissidents overseas, its impacts, and strategies to counter this growing threat.

🇹🇼 Excited to join @rightscon.org this Feb in Taiwan: "China, Iran, and beyond: Graphic novels and political comics in an age of disruptive tech" Moderated by IndexCensorship, co-hosted by @doublethinklab.bsky.social With great political artists Shabnam Adiban and Pan Cooke

This @globalvoices.org piece explores how PRC investments intersect with local dynamics and security challenges in Pakistan, which ranks 1st in the second edition of the #ChinaIndex. More insights & case studies from the 2024 Index coming soon!

🇰🇷🇹🇼 Taiwan's @doublethinklab.bsky.social has a Seoul job posting for an analyst "to support investigations into information manipulation methods unique to the country." MORE HERE: public.3.basecamp.com/p/ootVapMUK6...