China's biggest apps are inviting the West closer into its insular internet economy

Business Insider | 25-08-2026 08:43am |

China's internet economy, long closed off to foreigners, is showing signs of opening up. This month, WeChat Pay is integrating PayPal, and content site Bilibili launched an international app. These moves indicate that China is gradually allowing non-Chinese users to access its digital platforms, which have historically been Mandarin-first and difficult for outsiders to use.

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