China - The State Administration of Radio, Film and Television (SARFT) has revealed that CCTV-1, Beijing Satellite TV, Shanghai's Dragon TV, Jiangsu Satellite TV and Hunan Satellite TV will begin simulcasting of standard definition and high-definition programming on September 28. The two broadcasts will feature identical content, and the stations will not be permitted to charge additional fees for the addition of the high-definition services. According to a statement issued by SARFT, the … [Read more...] about China: Five channels to start HD simulcasting
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China’s CCTV launches Arabic International Channel
China - CCTV has officially launched its Arabic international channel. The new channel "will serve as an important bridge to strengthen communication and understanding between China and Arab countries," said CCTV vice president, Zhang Changming, in a statement. He said the channel would need to meet five criteria in order to compete with other international Arabic channels. "We must have high standards for programmes, talent, technology, management and partners." The new 24-hour Arabic Channel … [Read more...] about China’s CCTV launches Arabic International Channel
MTV Networks International closes first-ever kids’ format series with CCTV
London/New York - MTV Networks International (MTVNI) announced that Tiao Zhan Xiao Yong Shi, the Chinese format adaptation of Nickelodeon's GUTS, will premiere on China Central Television (CCTV) during Summer 2009. The format deal is the first time a kids' format will air in the Chinese market. The new prime-time series will follow Nickelodeon's groundbreaking original hit formula with an hour-long action-sports game show. Each episode will allow kid contestants to live out some of their … [Read more...] about MTV Networks International closes first-ever kids’ format series with CCTV
MTV Networks International closes first-ever kids’ format series with CCTV
London/New York - MTV Networks International (MTVNI) announced that Tiao Zhan Xiao Yong Shi, the Chinese format adaptation of Nickelodeon’s GUTS, will premiere on China Central Television (CCTV) during Summer 2009. The format deal is the first time a kids’ format will air in the Chinese market. The new prime-time series will follow Nickelodeon’s groundbreaking original hit formula with an hour-long action-sports game show. Each episode will allow kid contestants to live out … [Read more...] about MTV Networks International closes first-ever kids’ format series with CCTV
CCTV to revamp flagship news programme
China - China's national broadcaster, CCTV, is to revamp its flagship news programme to include more human interest stories and critical reporting, reports the China Daily. Xinwen Lianbo, the country's most authoritative and popular news program, will change its format to include more human-interest segments and critical reportage from June 20. "It will be the biggest change for China Central Television (CCTV) in a decade," Yu Guoming, deputy dean of the school of journalism and communications … [Read more...] about CCTV to revamp flagship news programme
CCTV, IMG to stage China Open tennis
Beijing - China Central Television (CCTV) and IMG, the US sports marketing firm, announced a joint venture to promote sports events by organizing the next China Open tennis tournament in October. Releasing the first details of a 20-year agreement unveiled last July to promote and televise sports, CCTV and IMG said other events will include US major league football and baseball, polo, skating and martial arts. The venture gives IMG a foothold in China's booming sports market, while gaining CCTV … [Read more...] about CCTV, IMG to stage China Open tennis
