Xi Jinping’s News Alert

Xi Jinping’s News Alert

2/23/2016

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http://mobile.nytimes.com/2016/02/23/world/asia/china-media-policy-xi-jinping.html

summary

This article discusses China's tight control over the media and the recent crackdown on press freedom under President Xi Jinping. It highlights the increased censorship and restriction on reporting, with journalists facing punishment for critical reporting on topics such as corruption and human rights abuses. The article also explores how Xi Jinping has consolidated power over the media by reshaping the landscape of journalism in China, promoting propaganda and emphasizing loyalty to the Communist Party. It raises concerns about the impact of media control on freedom of expression and the ability of the Chinese public to access independent and unbiased information.

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