International Communication of the Belt and Road Initiative and Possible Improvements: From Discourse Analysis Perspective

Ruifu MA, Lexin YAO, Qian ZHANG

Abstract


This study is grounded in the fundamental concepts of discourse analysis and draws on the theoretical and methodological frameworks outlined in An Introduction to Discourse Analysis: Theory and Method, which explores how language reflects social activities and viewpoints. By collecting and analyzing news reports related to the Belt and Road Initiative, this research examines the attitudes and discursive patterns present in Anglo-American (including America, Britain, Australia, Canada) mainstream media. The analysis reveals how these media outlets construct and convey specific narratives about the initiative, reflecting broader geopolitical and economic concerns. The study also investigates the reasons behind the formation of these attitudes from a discourse analysis perspective. Based on these findings, the paper offers insights and recommendations for improving the initiative’s communication style to better address international concerns and enhance global perceptions.


Keywords


The Belt and Road Initiative; International perceptions; Discourse analysis

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