China’s officials and state media are increasingly parroting Russian propaganda organs on the war in Ukraine, undercutting U.S. and European diplomatic efforts, even after the killings in Bucha.
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Furor Over Peng Shuai’s #Metoo Accusation Challenges China
The tennis world is outraged over the latest twist in a star player’s complaint of assault and abrupt disappearance from public life.
RTHK’s Swift Turn From Maverick Voice to Official Mouthpiece
RTHK has often set the news agenda with its aggressive coverage of the city. But a Beijing clampdown has changed that, with pro-China coverage filling the void.
China #MeToo Figure Vows to Appeal After Losing Landmark Case
Zhou Xiaoxuan, a former television intern, became a leading voice in the movement after accusing a star presenter of assault.
China Blocks BBC After CGTN Ban in U.K.
China cited complaints about BBC news reports, but the ban also came after a British regulator banned China’s main global broadcaster over license problems.
Chinese State Media Reacts to Biden Victory With Cautious Optimism
Propaganda outlets said a Biden presidency would most likely restore stability to frayed U.S.-China relations, but warned that tensions would continue.
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.
U.S. Designates Four More Chinese News Organizations as Foreign Missions
The move brings to nine the total number of Chinese state-run news organizations that the State Department has designated with that label. China will most likely retaliate.
China Deploys Propaganda Machine to Defend Move Against Hong Kong
State-run news media depicted the proposed national security laws as necessary to protect the rule of the Communist Party.
Sister Fights to Free Uighur Businessman Held in China After U.S. Trip
Ekpar Asat came to the United States for the State Department’s most prestigious program for foreign citizens. Chinese security officers detained him weeks after he returned home.