Brief by Shorts91 NewsDesk / 04:14pm on 27 Jul 2025,Sunday International
China is facing growing public concern over its suppression of information surrounding recent deadly mass attacks. A November car-ramming incident in Zhuhai killed 35 people, yet details were delayed and later censored. Subsequent attacks near schools in Hunan, Jinhua, and Beijing were met with vague or withheld reports. Social media posts, videos, and tributes were swiftly removed, prompting citizens to demand transparency. Experts suggest the clampdown aims to prevent unrest and copycat crimes, but critics argue it undermines public trust. Former state media editor Hu Xijin warned that continued censorship could erode information disclosure norms. Citizens and scholars alike are calling for accountability and open reporting. (PC: Bloomberg & ABC)
