Crisis Communication Research in the Chinese Mainland

Yi-Hui Christine Huang, Fang Wu, Yang Cheng, Joanne Chen Lyu

Research output: Chapters, Conference Papers, Creative and Literary WorksRGC 12 - Chapter in an edited book (Author)peer-review

7 Citations (Scopus)

Abstract

This chapter provides a holistic picture for understanding mainland Chinese crisis communication by analyzing a total of 36 articles published in 15 academic journals from 1999 to early 2012. Based upon the findings, this study illustrates and theorizes the complex interrelations between Chinese traditions and their institutional contexts, especially political and media systems in relation to crisis communication practice in China. This study explicates the institutional perspective of Chinese crisis communication, especially Chinese governmental perspectives, beyond traditional western models of crisis management and professional communication. Finally, a case study is provided to illustrate the profound changes brought about by new media in modern Chinese mainland society.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationThe Handbook of International Crisis Communication Research
EditorsAndreas Schwarz, Matthew W. Seeger, Claudia Auer
PublisherJohn Wiley & Sons
Pages269-282
ISBN (Electronic)9781118516812
ISBN (Print)9781118516768
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 8 Jun 2016
Externally publishedYes

Publication series

NameHandbooks in Communication and Media

Research Keywords

  • Chinese crisis communication
  • Crisis type
  • International crisis communication
  • Media system
  • Political system
  • Stakeholder perspective

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