China launches global English TV channel...

China's state news agency Xinhua has launched a 24-hour global news channel in English.

Officials said CNC World would present "an international vision with a China perspective".

The launch is being seen as an attempt by China to develop its influence abroad and counter foreign media views.

Beijing keeps close control over media in the country - it often accuses Western media of bias and of reporting only negative news stories from China. More...

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