Question

according to goldkorn, the chinese government is limiting western influence primarily to
maintain its hold on chinese citizens
slow down the process of globalization
control the flow of foreign trade in china
stop the chinese culture from being erased
\i think the real concern is a loss of control. and presenting this as a push - back against western culture is a way of talking about control that doesnt have to use those words.\ - jeremy goldkorn

Explanation:

The text mentions the real concern is loss of control and presenting push - back against Western culture as a way to talk about control. So limiting Western influence is mainly to maintain control over citizens.

Answer:

A. maintain its hold on Chinese citizens