ReNews
This news platform was created by former Hong Kong journalist Andrew Lam (林彥邦). Through commentary and analysis, he explores Hong Kong’s current affairs related to politics, social issues and world affairs.
Target location: China
Qiao Collective
Qiao Collective is a diaspora Chinese media group created by second-generation sinophone immigrants. On their website available in multiple languages, they provides analysis and commentary on China-related politics and culture, emphasising Marxist and anti-imperialist perspectives. They are dedicated to challenging U.S. aggression towards China, counter Western misinformation, and support Global South liberation movements. Here are … Qiao Collective
Europe 13h
ICCICA is a platform focusing in Chinese, English and Czech that promotes cultural exchange and a better understanding between China and international communities through resources, events and initiatives. Here is their YouTube channel.
Northern Square
This Instagram account reports on current social and political issues in China, notably on topics sensitive to the Chinese government, including protests, the A4 paper movement, Hong Kong, Taiwan or Xinjiang issues.
Not The News
This Chinese-speaking platform aimed at documenting social unrest across China, from workers‘ strikes, property owners’ rights, migrant workers’ wages, to forced evictions and demolitions. Its founders rights activists Li Tingyu and Lu Yuyu ran it from 2013 to 2016 until they both got arrested and went to prison for “picking quarrels and provoking trouble.” Before … Not The News
NGOCN
NGOCN is a Chinese-language independent media covering public issues in contemporary China. They are dedicated to providing the public with progressive, responsible and diversified documentary content, and aim at bringing forward an independent voice driving social change. Here are their Facebook page, Instagram and X (Twitter) accounts.
Mingjing News
Mingjing News is a Chinese-language news website known for its coverage of political and economic developments, with a focus on Greater China and international relations.
Mekong Review
Mekong Review is an English-speaking platform offering insightful articles and essays on the Mekong’s region and its diverse countries and territories. They touch upon a wide range of topics including literature, arts, and social issues. Their platform allows the reader to see China, Hong Kong, Tibet, and Taiwan in a regional perspective. Here are their … Mekong Review
Matters
Matters is a platform launched in 2020 that hosts a variety of community-generated content and discussions in Chinese. It serves as a space for users to share and engage in topics ranging from social issues to cultural commentary, fostering a community-driven approach.
Mangmang
Mangmang is an Chinese-speaking independent magazine born out of the 2022 wave of protests in China, founded by a group of young expatriates who continue to draw on a pool of China-focused writers. Through reports, essays, reviews and art, they combat censorship by publishing about Chinese history, activism, the Chinese community abroad and connecting stories. … Mangmang
Made in China Journal
Made in China Journal is an English-language journal that publishes academic articles and essays on contemporary China. Established as a platform for critical analysis by cross-border researchers who majored in China studies, it covers topics including politics, economics, culture, and society. Here are their Facebook page, and X (Twitter) account.
Little Universe Podcast
Little Universe is a platform dedicated to podcasts and audio content, focusing on a variety of topics such as culture, education, and lifestyle. It offers a wide range of programmes and discussions in Mandarin Chinese.
Lausan Collective
The Lausan Collective is a platform in Chinese and English dedicated to Hong Kong-focused commentary and analysis, emphasising grassroots perspectives on politics, culture, and social movements. Established by left intellectuals of the Hong Kong diaspora as a forum for critical discourse, it aims at amplifying voices advocating for democracy and social justice. Here are their … Lausan Collective
InMedia
InMedia is a Chinese-language independent media platform established to provide news, analysis, and commentary on social and political issues in Hong Kong. It serves as a forum for citizen journalism and community engagement, focusing on promoting transparency and civic participation. Here are their Facebook page, Instagram and X (Twitter) accounts, and Telegram channel.
The Institute for China’s Democratic Transition
The Institute for China’s Democratic Transition is a non-profit think tank and educational organisation established to promote democratic ideals and human rights in China, provides resources, news, and advocacy tools to prepare for and facilitate the transformation of the country’s political landscape. The website is available in English and (simplified) Chinese.
Initium Media
Initium Media is a Singapore-based, Chinese-language digital media outlet launched in 2015 that provides provides in-depths news, opinions and lifestyle content on Hong Kong, mainland China, Taiwan, and abroad. Here are their Facebook page, YouTube channel, Instagram and X (Twitter) accounts.
Hong Kong’s People Schedule
This Facebook page reports information about current news in Hong Kong from major public websites or Telegram groups without modification brought by newsrooms.
guanguan
This YouTube channel started in 2018 features video on social, environmental and political issues in China, including personal accounts and recordings of people such as in the Uyghur region.
Great Fire
Great Fire, established as a platform for digital rights advocacy, focuses on monitoring and circumventing internet censorship in China. It provides tools, reports, and analysis to promote online freedom of speech and access to information in English and (simplified) Chinese.
Gong Chao
Gong Chao was created in 2008 by cross-border researchers who majored in China studies. This platform is dedicated to labour rights advocacy and worker empowerment in China. It provides resources, news, and campaigns to support workers’ rights and improve labour conditions. The website offers a selection of analytical texts and workers’ own narratives in multiple … Gong Chao