Ai Weiwei
Ai Weiwei is a renowned Chinese artist and dissident known for his provocative works that critique the Chinese government, environmental issues, and European refugee policies. His art often combines traditional Chinese materials with contemporary themes, such as his famous installation 'Sunflower Seeds,' which highlights individuality within society. Ai has faced significant challenges in his career, including a period of house arrest and travel restrictions due to his outspoken criticism of the Chinese regime. He has lived in various countries, including Portugal and the UK, and continues to be an influential voice in contemporary art and human rights advocacy. Recently, he made headlines when he was denied entry into Switzerland due to a visa issue, leading to his temporary stay in the airport transit zone.
Born on Aug 28, 1957 (68 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 1 | 8.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 32,875 | $2,700,000 | 1,308$ |
| Pakistan | 1 | 8.00 | 0.10% | +0% | 220,892,331 | 216,987 | $280,000 | 275$ |
| Totals | 2 | 288,778,342 | 249,862 | $2,980,000 | 1,583$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
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Pakistan:
Ai Weiwei is an artist who signed the open letter urging for Marwan Barghouti's release.
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United Kingdom:
Ai Weiwei is an artist included in the call for Marwan Barghouti's release.
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Portugal:
Ai Weiwei is an artist residing near the Studio Quinta Essence, working on a large installation.
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Germany:
Ai Weiwei is a world-renowned artist who complained about not having his text published in Zeit-Magazin.
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Croatia:
Ai Weiwei is a renowned Chinese artist involved in designing promotional products for Khartiia.
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San Marino:
Ai Weiwei is a contemporary artist known for his extreme and innovative performance platforms.
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United States:
Ai Weiwei is a Chinese dissident artist whose exhibition at the Seattle Art Museum addresses political power structures.
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Portugal:
Ai Weiwei is one of the artists featured in the collective exhibition.
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Uruguay:
Ai Weiwei's work 'Sunflower Seeds' reflects on the symbolism of sunflowers in relation to power.
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Bolivia:
Ai Weiwei's work 'Sunflower Seeds' symbolizes absolute power over the Chinese people.
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