There is no single definitive answer as to why China would allow Kanye West to perform, considering its strict censorship rules. However, here are a few possible explanations:
1. Cultural Exchange: China promotes cultural exchanges with foreign countries as a way to boost its international image. By allowing Kanye West to perform, they might feel it demonstrates their openness to foreign cultures.
2. Economic Aspects: International artists like Kanye West have a massive fan following. Such concerts or events contribute significantly to the local economy, through ticket sales, tourism etc.
3. Selective Censorship: The Chinese government doesn’t uniformly censor all outside influences. They may consider Kanye West’s music and image to not be a threat to their societal values or political control.
4. Monitoring: By allowing such concerts, the authority can keep an eye on the content more closely rather than forcing fans to resort to bootlegged versions or illegal downloads.
5. Public Demand: There may have been significant demand from the public to see Kanye West perform, and the government could have allowed it to please the masses and maintain the societal harmony they value.
Please note that these are just possible theories and not definitive statements on the Chinese government’s motivations.
