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Integral to this discussion is the role of Chinese state propaganda in shaping perceptions of technology. The government seeks to project an image of strength and progress that, upon scrutiny, is often revealed to be exaggerated or misleading. This propaganda permeates events like the New Year Gala, designed to impress both domestic and international audiences.
During the gala, it is difficult to find a skit that does not serve as a platform for advertising various products and services. The spectacle serves more as a celebration of branding than a genuine reflection of technological prowess. Citizens even humorously gauge the number of ads presented — a sign of how commercialized the gala has become.