| 'Goodbye to China, country of contradictions' |
Al Jazeera's ex-Beijing correspondent says she covered country honestly and equitably, after having credentials revoked.
Melissa Chan Last Modified: 13 May 2012 11:32
Earlier this week, I left China after five years as an Al Jazeera English correspondent following the decision by the government to revoke my press credentials. At a subsequent Foreign Ministry press briefing, spokesman Hong Lei did not provide a public explanation, only saying that "foreign journalists should abide by Chinese laws and regulations”. But I have not broken any laws. And I believe I have tried to cover China as honestly and equitably as one can. As I say goodbye to China, I think back to some of the issues and people we've covered. |
Showing posts with label media in china. Show all posts
Showing posts with label media in china. Show all posts
Sunday, May 13, 2012
'Goodbye to China, country of contradictions'
Saturday, December 17, 2011
Beijing clamps down on microblogs
By Arthur Weinreb Dec 17, 2011
Beijing - Users of microblogs such as Sina Weibo will be required to reveal their true identities before being allowed to post messages on social media sites. According to the Beijing government, this is to protect society from being harmed.
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
U.S. Pushes China to Explain Extensive Blocking of Internet Services
U.S. Pushes China to Explain Extensive Blocking of Internet Services
- Oct 19, 2011 Reuters
The United States is pressing China to explain why its "national firewall" extensively block U.S. companies from providing Internet services in the country. "Having a presence on the Internet that is visible in China is increasingly a critical element for service suppliers aiming to reach Chinese consumers and business," Ambassador to the World Trade Organization Michael Punke said in a letter on Monday to his Chinese counterpart.
Monday, August 29, 2011
African Media Leaders Forum
Dear Media Leader,
Have you registered to participate in the 4th African Media Leaders Forum (AMLF), the only annual gathering of African media owners and operators?
Due to the nature of this Forum, the number of delegates to attend is limited and we cannot guarantee your participation past the deadline for registration on September 14th 2011.
The theme of the 2011 Forum is "Empowering Citizens Through Social Media and Technology Adaptation: What Future for Traditional Media?"
It will be held at the Ramada Plaza Gammarth in Tunis, on November 10th and 11th 2011
Due to the nature of this Forum, the number of delegates to attend is limited and we cannot guarantee your participation past the deadline for registration on September 14th 2011.
The theme of the 2011 Forum is "Empowering Citizens Through Social Media and Technology Adaptation: What Future for Traditional Media?"
It will be held at the Ramada Plaza Gammarth in Tunis, on November 10th and 11th 2011
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The Middle East & North Africa Media Guide is an easy-to-use reference book listing contact details, telephone & fax numbers, postal and e-mail addresses, distribution and circulation data for over 4,800 newspapers, magazines, television channels, radio stations and other media outlets across 18 countries, as well as providing insightful analysis and an overview of the regional media industry.
Now in its eighth edition, the 562-page guide is fully revised, updated and expanded with even more media contacts
Now in its eighth edition, the 562-page guide is fully revised, updated and expanded with even more media contacts
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