A Study of Similarities in Economic Discourse between the United States and China Based on LancsBox
Keywords:
Economic discourse, Corpus, LancsBox, The United States, ChinaAbstract
This study employs a quantitative corpus-based methodology to examine the similarities in economic discourse between the United States and China during the 2023-2024 period, utilizing LancsBox 6.0 for corpus construction and analysis. By developing two corpora comprising 14 U.S. economic texts and 33 Chinese economic texts, the research identifies common linguistic features that reflect the underlying economic priorities and concerns of both nations. Through comparative analysis, this study uncovers shared emphases on financial stability, risk management, regulation, and other key areas across both countries. The findings enhance our understanding of the economic strategies and discourse practices in the U.S. and China, offering valuable insights for future research in global economic governance.
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