Huan Qiu Shi Bao·2025-05-24 06:55Group 1 - The article discusses the improvement of China's international image over the past three years, highlighting that more foreign youth find China "cool" [1] - The article attributes this soft power enhancement not only to government efforts but also to the significant role played by the private sector in China [1] - The presence of popular American influencers, such as "甲亢哥," showcasing China's technology and culture, has had a more pronounced effect on China's image than traditional promotional methods [1] Group 2 - The article mentions several Chinese private enterprises contributing to this positive image, including AI company DeepSeek, gaming companies like miHoYo and Game Science, and social media platforms like TikTok and Xiaohongshu [2] - Chinese companies in the electric vehicle and drone sectors, such as BYD and DJI, are also recognized for their global prominence [2] Group 3 - International polls indicate a significant increase in foreign favorability towards China since 2022, with China ranking second in a global brand reputation poll, up from eighth place in 2021 [3] - A foreign NGO's survey shows an 18 percentage point increase in positive sentiment towards China over three years, contrasting with a 27 percentage point decline in favorability towards the United States during the same period [3] - The article concludes that the natural presentation of China's positive aspects by its citizens is contributing to the perception of China as "cool" [3]