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10 Ways WeChat Can Power Your B2B Marketing in ChinaSocial Media

10 Ways WeChat Can Power Your B2B Marketing in China

Imagine meeting a potential customer at a trade show in Shanghai. They scan your QR code, open your product catalogue, read a customer case, register for…

12 Sep 2026 · 7 min read
10 Tips for a Successful Media InterviewChina PR

10 Tips for a Successful Media Interview

A media interview can be one of the most valuable opportunities in PR. It gives executives a chance to share expertise, build credibility and give their…

9 Sep 2026 · 4 min read
How International Brands Should Approach China Market EntryGo-to-China Strategy

How International Brands Should Approach China Market Entry

China is an opportunity — but not a copy-and-paste market. A practical sequence for the first twelve months.

2 Sep 2026 · 2 min read
The European Media Landscape: an Opportunity and a ChallengeGlobal PR

The European Media Landscape: an Opportunity and a Challenge

The expansion into Europe isn't merely an entry into new markets; it's also about entering different media ecosystems, a patchwork of languages, media habits, regulatory frameworks,…

20 Aug 2026 · 6 min read
WeChat vs Xiaohongshu: Which Platform Is Right for Your Brand?Social Media

WeChat vs Xiaohongshu: Which Platform Is Right for Your Brand?

They are often mentioned together. They do almost opposite jobs.

19 Aug 2026 · 2 min read
How to Be Cited by AI: What the UREVO Programme Taught Us About GEOChina GEO

How to Be Cited by AI: What the UREVO Programme Taught Us About GEO

When ChatGPT recommends a product first, it cites a source. Earning that source is the work.

5 Aug 2026 · 2 min read
Why a Translated Press Release Is Not China PRChina PR

Why a Translated Press Release Is Not China PR

The media landscape works differently. So does the job of earning credibility in it.

22 Jul 2026 · 2 min read
The Biggest Influencer Is Not Always the Right OneKOL & Influencers

The Biggest Influencer Is Not Always the Right One

Follower counts are the least useful number in a KOL brief. Here is what to look at instead.

8 Jul 2026 · 2 min read
Douyin for International Brands: Entertainment First, Commerce SecondSocial Media

Douyin for International Brands: Entertainment First, Commerce Second

The platform rewards content people want to watch. Selling follows from that, not the other way round.

24 Jun 2026 · 2 min read
Localization Is Not TranslationChina Integrated Marketing

Localization Is Not Translation

Global brands do not need a new identity for China. They need a Chinese-market expression of the one they have.

10 Jun 2026 · 2 min read
What Chinese Brands Get Wrong About European MediaGlobal PR

What Chinese Brands Get Wrong About European Media

Lessons from placing walking pads, baby monitors and portable power in FAZ, Stern, CHIP and the Guardian.

27 May 2026 · 2 min read
Where Chinese Consumers Ask AI — and What Brands Need to Do About ItChina GEO

Where Chinese Consumers Ask AI — and What Brands Need to Do About It

AI-assisted search is reshaping discovery in China on different platforms, in a different language, with different sources.

13 May 2026 · 2 min read
The First 90 Days: What a China Entry Programme Should Actually ProduceGo-to-China Strategy

The First 90 Days: What a China Entry Programme Should Actually Produce

Before a single campaign runs, five deliverables decide whether the next year works.

29 Apr 2026 · 2 min read
GEO: Why It Matters for Brands Entering ChinaChina GEO

GEO: Why It Matters for Brands Entering China

Search behaviour is evolving quickly. While traditional search engines once dominated how people found information, many users now turn directly to AI systems such as ChatGPT,…

1 Apr 2026 · 7 min read
Top Trade Shows in China in 2026China Integrated Marketing

Top Trade Shows in China in 2026

Exhibitions in China are a great way for companies to meet new customers, find business partners, and learn about market trends. Additionally, they provide a platform…

11 Jul 2025 · 15 min read
The Top 50 Most Popular Publications in Germany You Can’t MissGlobal PR

The Top 50 Most Popular Publications in Germany You Can’t Miss

Germany has a rich and diverse media landscape, from hard-hitting news outlets to stylish fashion magazines. This guide introduces 50 of the most popular and trusted…

3 Jul 2025 · 14 min read
Thinking About Expanding Your Brand to China?China Integrated Marketing

Thinking About Expanding Your Brand to China?

If you’re looking to expand your brand into China, branding should be your first priority. China is a massive and unique market, full of opportunity but also full of competition.

12 Jun 2025 · 3 min read
Step by Step Guide How to Create a WeChat ChannelSocial Media

Step by Step Guide How to Create a WeChat Channel

WeChat has become a powerhouse in the world of social media, boasting over a billion monthly active users. One of its key features is WeChat Channels.…

4 May 2024 · 5 min read
Mastering WeChat: A Complete Guide to Effective AdvertisingSocial Media

Mastering WeChat: A Complete Guide to Effective Advertising

In today's digital age, social media platforms play a vital role in connecting businesses with their target audiences. Among these platforms, WeChat stands out as a…

12 Feb 2024 · 2 min read
Understanding Marketing Strategies in Europe and ChinaChina Integrated Marketing

Understanding Marketing Strategies in Europe and China

Marketing is as much an art as it is a science, and in today's globalized world, understanding cultural nuances is paramount for successful campaigns. Europe and…

15 Dec 2023 · 3 min read
Unveiling China’s Top 4 Social Media AppsSocial Media

Unveiling China’s Top 4 Social Media Apps

Unveiling China’s Top 4 Social Media Apps: A Digital Landscape Beyond the Wall China’s digital ecosystem is a world unto itself, brimming with innovation, creativity, and…

27 Sep 2023 · 4 min read
The Power of Storytelling in Content MarketingChina Integrated Marketing

The Power of Storytelling in Content Marketing

In the world of content marketing, storytelling is a potent tool that can captivate audiences, evoke emotions, and forge connections. Let's explore the art of storytelling…

18 Mar 2022 · 2 min read

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