Australia's Election: Chinese Votes Sought on Social Media | JQJO

Australia's upcoming election sees opposition Liberal candidates actively campaigning on Chinese social media platforms like WeChat and RedNote, aiming to regain support from Chinese Australian voters. This follows the Labor party's success in 2022, partly attributed to the Coalition's perceived mishandling of racist attacks and anti-China rhetoric. While Liberal candidates utilize targeted ads and collaborations with influencers, analysts caution that increased visibility doesn't guarantee votes, with some Chinese Australians expressing frustration at being seen solely as a voting bloc.