Why China is building stadiums everywhere
But there are strings attached.
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Why does China keep building stadiums around the world? From Cold War Asia to modern-day Africa and island states, this video uncovers how stadiums became one of China’s most effective diplomatic tools. You’ll see how these projects helped win recognition, shape alliances, and project influence without troops or treaties. We break down which stadiums were gifts, which came with loans, and why some countries said yes — while others switched sides. This isn’t just about sports — it’s geopolitics, poured in concrete.
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About:
Search Party is led and produced by Sam Ellis, a journalist, director, editor, and animator based in New York City. For more than 6 years, Ellis produced the hugely popular video series, Vox Atlas, for which he earned an Emmy nomination. He specializes in breaking down the most complex new stories and presenting them with a refreshing, accessible, and engaging visual style.
He’s produced explainers on some of the world’s thorniest geopolitical stories; from corruption scandals in Latin America, conflict in the Middle East, and the rise of China, to the world of sports; the Monaco Grand Prix, the FIFA corruption scandal, and the 100-foot waves of Nazaré, Portugal. Ellis has also directed multiple episodes of TV; notably on Netflix’s ‘Explained’ and HBO Sport’s ‘Level Playing Field’.
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