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Approaching the terrain of Chinese social media

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As a  social media marketing guru, you have to understand the intricacies of these platforms, if you desire for businesses or individuals to influence Chinese audiences.  ​ The Chinese social media ecosystem major platforms WeChat:  WeChat started in 2011 as a messaging app, but quickly developed into a mass of services, including social media and mobile payments. It serves as an essential intermediary in the day-to-day life of China, with more than a billion monthly active users, covering from communication to e-commerce. ​ Douyin:  A sister app of the infamous TikTok, Douyin is a short-video platform that has won the hearts of the Chinese app users. Users can create and share short videos, typically accompanied by music, and it has emerged as a nexus for creativity and viral trends. ​ Sina Weibo:  Similar to Twitter, Sina Weibo is a microblogging platform where users can publish updates, share content and participate in discussions. It continues to be a major ...