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Understanding the Media Landscape in Mainland China

This is your complete guide to the news media of the People's Republic of China. It is essential to understand that all media outlets in mainland China are state-owned or state-controlled and operate under the direction of the Communist Party of China (CPC). They serve to promote government policies, national unity, and the official state narrative. This directory provides direct access to the most important of these sources, categorized by their function: from the core Party mouthpieces and national news agencies to the English-language outlets designed for international audiences and the specialized publications covering China's dynamic economy. (Note: Media from Hong Kong and Macau operate under different systems and are listed separately).

Official State News Agencies & Party Mouthpieces

China's official state-run press agency, the largest and most influential media organization.

Xinhua (新华社)

The official mouthpiece of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC).

People's Daily (人民日报)

China Central Television, the predominant state television broadcaster in mainland China.

CCTV (中央电视台)

National English Language Media

A nationalist tabloid under the People's Daily, known for its strident international commentary.

Global Times

The primary state-run English-language newspaper, aimed at a global audience.

China Daily

China Global Television Network, the international division of the state broadcaster CCTV.

CGTN

An English-language digital publication known for its human-interest stories from a fresh perspective.

Sixth Tone

Major National & General Newspapers

A national daily focused on culture, science, and education, catering to intellectuals.

Guangming Daily (光明日报)

The official newspaper of the Beijing Municipal Committee of the CPC.

Beijing Daily (北京日报)

A popular digital-native news outlet known for its extensive original reporting.

The Paper (澎湃新闻)

Business & Financial News

A highly respected media group known for its in-depth investigative journalism on business.

Caixin (财新)

"First Financial Daily" - a leading business-focused media group based in Shanghai.

Yicai (第一财经)

A major daily newspaper focusing on finance, economy, and industry news.

National Business Daily (每日经济新闻)

The Authoritative Guide to Chinese Media

This directory is consistently reviewed to provide the most accurate and useful guide to the press in mainland China. Understanding the role and function of these key state-directed media outlets is crucial for anyone interested in the country's development. If you know of a major, publicly accessible news source that should be included, please let us know.