In Inner Mongolia, China’s Assimilation Campaign Moves Online

A 2026 report reveals Beijing's efforts to extend its assimilation campaign into the digital realm in Inner Mongolia, targeting online communities where Mongolian speakers have found a last haven. This move underscores the government's intent to fully integrate minority cultures into the Han Chinese majority, even in virtual spaces. It raises concerns about the future of cultural preservation for Mongolian speakers, as digital communities become the latest front in China's broader assimilation strategy. This shift signals a deepening of surveillance and control over minority cultural expressions.