Although
WeChat is a platform that has had a huge impact, especially in China, it has
also made some impact internationally. Chinese citizens living abroad and
people interested in Chinese culture can communicate with family and friends,
follow Chinese news, and access Chinese culture content through WeChat. WeChat
is used to enable international tourists to have a more comfortable experience
in China. Foreign tourists can make payments using WeChat Pay and communicate
in local languages thanks to WeChat's translation features. WeChat can help
businesses outside of China reach the Chinese market. International brands can
directly reach and interact with Chinese consumers via WeChat. At the same
time, businesses based in China can use WeChat to expand into international
markets. WeChat offers translation features that can help users communicate in
different languages. This feature facilitates communication between users in
different languages. WeChat Pay has also become a payment method accepted by
businesses in some countries abroad. This allows users to use their mobile
device as a means of payment.
As
WeChat and social media in general is a rapidly changing and evolving field, it
is constantly faced with new trends and changes. Stories allow users to share
short-term visual and video content. WeChat and other social media platforms
have adopted this format. Stories allow users to share more original and
instant content. Short video sharing platforms have gained popularity,
especially with the rise of TikTok. WeChat and other social media platforms
offer visual and interactive experiences to their users by focusing more on
video content. Live video broadcasts allow users to interact in real time.
WeChat and other platforms make it easy for brands to broadcast live and share
product promotions, interviews, events, and other content. Social media
platforms have begun to offer integrated shopping experiences where users can
directly purchase products or visit brand stores.