Framing Pakistan: A Comparative Analysis Of U.S. And Chinese Media Portrayals
Muhammad Ali Khan
Bahauddin Zakariya University, Pakistan
Abstract
The Media Plays A Crucial Role In Shaping Perceptions Of Countries, Often Constructing A Pseudo Reality That May Diverge Significantly From Actual Circumstances. This Phenomenon Is Particularly Pertinent For Regions Less Familiar To Audiences, Where They Lack Personal Experiences Or Alternative Narratives For Verification. Pakistan, Having Become A Focal Point In The Global War On Terrorism, Finds Itself Frequently Portrayed Negatively In The Media, Alongside Other Conflict-Ridden Nations. This Portrayal Influences Global Perceptions Of Pakistan, Potentially Overshadowing Its Nuanced Realities.