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“The whole Chinese system - not just the political leadership, the military too, the whole power structure, our education system, the whole of society - is suffering from being cut off from the free flow of information. That's why the country can't face up to open competition - unless it resorts to…” quote by Ai Weiwei
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“The whole Chinese system - not just the political leadership, the military too, the whole power structure, our education system, the whole of society - is suffering from being cut off from the free flow of information. That's why the country can't face up to open competition - unless it resorts to measures like North Korea.”

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About This Quote

Source Interview: 2015 public talk, Ai Weiwei on censorship

Society suffers when information is blocked, hindering competition and openness

In simple terms: Lack of free information harms society and competition

Key Takeaway

Promote open information flow

Themes

censorship information society competition politics

Mood

critical concerned

Type

political social

When to use this quote

  • education reform
  • media policy
  • civil activism
  • international relations

Key Concepts

media freedom state control digital divide

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does censorship affect innovation?
  • What steps can restore free information flow?
A Different Perspective

Open information can be restricted by powerful interests

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