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Why Chinese Propaganda Loves Foreign Travel Influencers

July 31, 2024July 31, 2024Vivian WangComments Off on Why Chinese Propaganda Loves Foreign Travel Influencers

Videos by influencers documenting their trips have been widely promoted on Chinese media — if they tell a certain story.

World

China Releases Australian Journalist Cheng Lei

October 11, 2023ALEXANDRA STEVENSONComments Off on China Releases Australian Journalist Cheng Lei

Cheng Lei, a host for China’s international broadcaster, was arrested in Beijing at a time of rising tensions with Australia. Her release signals a warming.

World

Australian Journalist Who Worked for Chinese Media Stands Trial in Beijing

March 31, 2022CHRIS BUCKLEYComments Off on Australian Journalist Who Worked for Chinese Media Stands Trial in Beijing

Cheng Lei, a former CGTN host, was detained in 2020. The Chinese authorities have accused her of divulging state secrets but offered no specifics.

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Cheng Lei, Australian Journalist for CGTN, Is Arrested by China

February 7, 2021February 8, 2021CHRIS BUCKLEYComments Off on Cheng Lei, Australian Journalist for CGTN, Is Arrested by China

The case of Cheng Lei, a CGTN host who was detained in August, has added to tensions between China and Australia.

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Fearing Detention, Two Australian Correspondents Flee China

September 7, 2020September 8, 2020DAMIEN CAVE and CHRIS BUCKLEYComments Off on Fearing Detention, Two Australian Correspondents Flee China

The forced departures highlight souring relations between the two countries and Beijing’s increasingly heavy-handed tactics to limit independent journalism.

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China Detains Cheng Lei, Australian Host for Chinese State TV

August 31, 2020August 31, 2020CHRIS BUCKLEYComments Off on China Detains Cheng Lei, Australian Host for Chinese State TV

The detention of Cheng Lei, who has long appeared on business programs for China’s international broadcaster, could add to tensions between Australia and China.

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Greek Court Acquits Rescue Workers Accused of Smuggling Migrants

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Death Toll Rises to 28 After Landfill Collapse in the Philippines

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Right-Wing Leaders of Italy and Japan Become Fast Friends

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