U.S. Foreign Policy magazine has spotlighted China's cultural sector as a catalyst for domestic economic resilience, highlighting the record-breaking success of animated film Ne Zha 2 and action-adventure game Black Myth: Wukong. The publication notes that these creative triumphs reflect China's strategic emphasis on boosting homegrown consumption amid global trade challenges.
Ne Zha 2, now China's highest-grossing film, has reshaped local entertainment preferences, with audiences increasingly favoring high-quality domestic productions over Hollywood content. Analysts say this shift aligns with government efforts to strengthen the private sector and diversify economic growth drivers, particularly in cultural industries, tourism, and sports.
The Foreign Policy article links China's cultural successes to broader policy initiatives, including recent measures to stimulate consumer spending and support small businesses. It highlights the global appeal of products like Black Myth: Wukong—developed by a Chinese studio—as evidence of the country's growing cultural influence and technical innovation.
Economic observers note rising consumer confidence in China, with early signs suggesting that targeted policies are stabilizing markets. The report underscores how cultural products now serve dual purposes: meeting domestic demand while showcasing China's creative capabilities abroad.
