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CCTV

(中国中央电视台)

CCTV

中国中央电视台

China Central Television is the predominant state television broadcaster in China. Founded in 1958, it serves as one of the chief propaganda arms of the Communist government. In 2016, CCTV rebranded its international networks as China Global Television Network (CGTN).

Chairman / President

Shen Haixiong

Industry

Comms, Publishing & Media

Website

cctv.com

Headquarters address

CCTV Headquarters, Beijing, People's Republic of China

Year founded

1958

China’s prototype Qingzhou experimental cargo spacecraft and two small satellites were launched on March 30. Photo: CAS Innovation Academy for Microsatellites

Science

China revives desert moss in space lab as it tests hi-tech tools for missions

Latest in-orbit results from prototype Qingzhou cargo spacecraft show China is testing cameras, refrigeration and bio-support capsule.

30 Jun 2026 - 12:01AMvideocam

Artificial intelligence

AI agents get ‘digital ID cards’ under China’s first connectivity standard

26 Jun 2026 - 9:45PM

China's military weapons

What is China’s aircraft carrier Liaoning testing – and why does it matter?

23 Jun 2026 - 8:00PMvideocam

China-Japan relations

China says it warned off multiple Japanese ‘provocations’ during carrier drills

State media airs footage of several encounters involving warships and planes during the Liaoning carrier group’s recent operations in the Pacific.

22 Jun 2026 - 9:00PMvideocam

Screenshot from the video aired on Chinese state TV showing a Japanese warship. Photo: CCTV

China's military weapons

What signal is China sending with footage of DF-17 hypersonic missile launches?

State broadcaster CCTV shows the first footage of the weapons being fired at a training camp somewhere in the Gobi Desert.

21 Jun 2026 - 7:00PM

Taiwan

Beijing planning more surveys east of Taiwan to assert sovereignty: state media

Mainland China is ‘diversifying’ its claims with a range of activities ranging from military drills to environmental studies.

20 Jun 2026 - 9:06PMvideocam

Science

Why SpaceX may not be a model for Chinese companies to copy

A leading economist argued the country’s space industry could take a ‘big leap forward’ by building up its satellite infrastructure.

13 Jun 2026 - 8:46PMvideocam

SpaceX employees celebrate the firm’s record-breaking IPO in New York on Friday. Photo: AFP

ITTF

China’s new table tennis captain Wang says role is hard, with ‘nowhere to retreat’

Wang, who was elected unanimously by teammates and coaches, says he will try to emulate the qualities of previous skipper Ma Long.

12 Jun 2026 - 8:00AM

Taiwan

What’s behind Beijing’s seabed mapping east of Taiwan?

Expert says knowledge of the waters and seabed could allow ‘more effective submarine and anti-submarine operations’.

11 Jun 2026 - 11:34PMvideocam

Science

Starlink rival Qianfan hits satellite milestone, but is it too slow and costly?

Constellation now has 201 satellites in orbit but the company is said to be under pressure to ramp up launches.

13 Jun 2026 - 9:41PM

A Long March-12B Y1 rocket blasts off from the Dongfeng Commercial Space Innovation Pilot Zone on June 1, carrying satellites for the Qianfan constellation. Photo: Xinhua

Taiwan

Beijing detects suspected Japanese spy planes near Taiwan

Two crewed electronic reconnaissance aircraft sent to ‘snoop around’ and observe mainland Chinese vessels, leading PLA analyst says.

10 Jun 2026 - 8:50PM

One of the two aircraft detected by Beijing sported the signature blue-and-white livery and markings of the Japan Coast Guard. Photo: Weibo

China's military weapons

Beijing deploys new missiles matching Patriots opposite Taiwan

State broadcaster CCTV shows troops from the Fujian-based 73rd Army Group testing the new missiles in the Gobi Desert.

6 Jun 2026 - 8:10PMvideocam

ITTF

China star Fan Zhendong’s new manager ‘excited for the future’ in Dusseldorf

Olympic champion will join Bundesliga team in July after successful stint at 1. FC Saarbrucken, which included a historic treble.

6 Jun 2026 - 4:21PM

Taiwan

What does Beijing’s response to Tokyo-Manila boundary talks mean for Taiwan?

The Chinese coastguard’s rapid growth in recent years has included an evolution of its roles and relationships with the PLA.

3 Jun 2026 - 6:28PM

The patrol on Monday marked an expansion of the coastguard’s traditional area of focus. Photo: CCTV

Accidents and disasters in China

Editorial | Shanxi mine disaster must fuel efforts to eliminate workplace risks

Given the coal industry’s importance to Shanxi, the authorities will have to balance the pace of transformation with its possible social impact.

30 May 2026 - 6:45AM

A rescuer comes up from the coal mine shaft after conducting a search and rescue operation following a gas explosion at the Liushenyu coal mine facility in Changzhi, northern China’s Shanxi province, on May 24. Photo: Xinhua

China’s Communist Party

From wedding photographers to farm gadgets, Chinese campaign warns of spy risks

Documentary series aired on state TV says cover stories, tech tools and scope of espionage ‘far exceed what most people can imagine’.

27 May 2026 - 8:31PMvideocam

Trending in China

China cabby waives full fare, charges teary boy US$1.4 to teach others about kindness to his kids

Good Samaritan taxi driver hears anxious, crying young passenger calling mum on mobile phone to explain plight, reacts with compassion.

26 May 2026 - 9:55AM

Accidents and disasters in China

Are systemic safety failures to blame for China’s deadly mine blast?

Industry insiders say untracked workers, ‘hidden’ coal pits and airflow issues likely contributed to explosion that killed at least 82.

26 May 2026 - 2:31PMvideocam

Rescuers enter a mine shaft on Sunday after a gas explosion at the Liushenyu Coal Mine in China’s Shanxi province on Friday evening. Photo: Xinhua

China's military weapons

China’s J-10CE jets defeat Eurofighters 9-0 in mock battles, CCTV confirms

While state broadcaster does not identify the drill, details appear to match a 2024 exercise in Qatar involving Pakistan.

21 May 2026 - 8:05PM

ITTF

‘China’s Kobe’ Sun deeply inspired after reading book by late NBA star Bryant

Table tennis star reveals on CCTV programme that she tries to emulate mentality and training standards of the basketballer, who died in 2020.

21 May 2026 - 7:08PM

ITTF

Feeling the love: Fan gets outpouring of support despite mixed finals display

Chinese table tennis player had to rely on his teammates to help secure the Champions League title for his German side 1. FC Saarbruecken.

18 May 2026 - 2:28PM

Fan Zhendong and his 1. FC Saarbruecken team won the Champions League men’s title on Sunday. Photo: Getty Images

Semiconductors

China’s Amec setting industry standard for chipmaking tech, founder says

The head of one of China’s leading semiconductor makers said its technology has been adopted by overseas competitors.

18 May 2026 - 3:07PMvideocam

The founder of chipmaker AMEC says its technology has become a standard in the semiconductor industry. Photo: Shutterstock

Chinese Football Association (CFA)

China youth teams make World Cups amid Fifa hopes of seeing nation back at the top

Both under-17 men’s and women’s teams reach final stages of Asian Cup to book World Cup spots as Mattias Grafstrom praises Chinese system.

15 May 2026 - 2:09PM

Science

China sends embryos into orbit to discover if humans can reproduce in space

Artificial embryos sent to the Tiangong space station to study impact of zero-gravity on human development, CCTV reports.

13 May 2026 - 2:00PMvideocam

US, Israel war on Iran

China presses Pakistan to deepen Iran mediation ahead of Trump-Xi talks

Wang Yi highlights Strait of Hormuz security and regional stability as Middle East tensions loom over Beijing talks.

13 May 2026 - 3:40AMvideocam

Wang Yi said Beijing would continue supporting Islamabad’s diplomatic efforts to help restore peace and stability in the Middle East. Photo: EPA

Fifa

Fifa officials head to China to discuss bargain broadcasting deal for World Cup

Football’s global governing body is reportedly offering to slash the price and talks will also cover a package for 2026 and 2030 editions.

10 May 2026 - 7:16PM

Both sides were said to be optimistic about reaching a deal and an announcement could be made in the second half of May. Photo :AFP

China's military weapons

China unveils new naval defence systems as drones change nature of war at sea

The PLA has been working to improve its defences after the wars in Ukraine and the Middle East highlighted the threat of anti-ship drones.

5 May 2026 - 7:49PM

Fifa

China fans: why pay to watch a World Cup we’re not in, can get for free online?

Chinese fans back state broadcaster in battle with Fifa over TV rights, with poor kick-off times and bad national team hurting interest.

5 May 2026 - 4:30PM

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China revives desert moss in space lab as it tests hi-tech tools for missions

Latest in-orbit results from prototype Qingzhou cargo spacecraft show China is testing cameras, refrigeration and bio-support capsule.

AI agents get ‘digital ID cards’ under China’s first connectivity standard

What is China’s aircraft carrier Liaoning testing – and why does it matter?

China says it warned off multiple Japanese ‘provocations’ during carrier drills

State media airs footage of several encounters involving warships and planes during the Liaoning carrier group’s recent operations in the Pacific.

What signal is China sending with footage of DF-17 hypersonic missile launches?

State broadcaster CCTV shows the first footage of the weapons being fired at a training camp somewhere in the Gobi Desert.

Beijing planning more surveys east of Taiwan to assert sovereignty: state media

Mainland China is ‘diversifying’ its claims with a range of activities ranging from military drills to environmental studies.

Why SpaceX may not be a model for Chinese companies to copy

A leading economist argued the country’s space industry could take a ‘big leap forward’ by building up its satellite infrastructure.

China’s new table tennis captain Wang says role is hard, with ‘nowhere to retreat’

Wang, who was elected unanimously by teammates and coaches, says he will try to emulate the qualities of previous skipper Ma Long.

What’s behind Beijing’s seabed mapping east of Taiwan?

Expert says knowledge of the waters and seabed could allow ‘more effective submarine and anti-submarine operations’.

Starlink rival Qianfan hits satellite milestone, but is it too slow and costly?

Constellation now has 201 satellites in orbit but the company is said to be under pressure to ramp up launches.

Beijing detects suspected Japanese spy planes near Taiwan

Two crewed electronic reconnaissance aircraft sent to ‘snoop around’ and observe mainland Chinese vessels, leading PLA analyst says.

Beijing deploys new missiles matching Patriots opposite Taiwan

State broadcaster CCTV shows troops from the Fujian-based 73rd Army Group testing the new missiles in the Gobi Desert.

China star Fan Zhendong’s new manager ‘excited for the future’ in Dusseldorf

Olympic champion will join Bundesliga team in July after successful stint at 1. FC Saarbrucken, which included a historic treble.

What does Beijing’s response to Tokyo-Manila boundary talks mean for Taiwan?

The Chinese coastguard’s rapid growth in recent years has included an evolution of its roles and relationships with the PLA.

.css-1pcrwvc{color:#2aa191;}Editorial | Shanxi mine disaster must fuel efforts to eliminate workplace risks

Given the coal industry’s importance to Shanxi, the authorities will have to balance the pace of transformation with its possible social impact.

From wedding photographers to farm gadgets, Chinese campaign warns of spy risks

Documentary series aired on state TV says cover stories, tech tools and scope of espionage ‘far exceed what most people can imagine’.

China cabby waives full fare, charges teary boy US$1.4 to teach others about kindness to his kids

Good Samaritan taxi driver hears anxious, crying young passenger calling mum on mobile phone to explain plight, reacts with compassion.

Are systemic safety failures to blame for China’s deadly mine blast?

Industry insiders say untracked workers, ‘hidden’ coal pits and airflow issues likely contributed to explosion that killed at least 82.

China’s J-10CE jets defeat Eurofighters 9-0 in mock battles, CCTV confirms

While state broadcaster does not identify the drill, details appear to match a 2024 exercise in Qatar involving Pakistan.

‘China’s Kobe’ Sun deeply inspired after reading book by late NBA star Bryant

Table tennis star reveals on CCTV programme that she tries to emulate mentality and training standards of the basketballer, who died in 2020.

Feeling the love: Fan gets outpouring of support despite mixed finals display

Chinese table tennis player had to rely on his teammates to help secure the Champions League title for his German side 1. FC Saarbruecken.

China’s Amec setting industry standard for chipmaking tech, founder says

The head of one of China’s leading semiconductor makers said its technology has been adopted by overseas competitors.

China youth teams make World Cups amid Fifa hopes of seeing nation back at the top

Both under-17 men’s and women’s teams reach final stages of Asian Cup to book World Cup spots as Mattias Grafstrom praises Chinese system.

China sends embryos into orbit to discover if humans can reproduce in space

Artificial embryos sent to the Tiangong space station to study impact of zero-gravity on human development, CCTV reports.

China presses Pakistan to deepen Iran mediation ahead of Trump-Xi talks

Wang Yi highlights Strait of Hormuz security and regional stability as Middle East tensions loom over Beijing talks.

Fifa officials head to China to discuss bargain broadcasting deal for World Cup

Football’s global governing body is reportedly offering to slash the price and talks will also cover a package for 2026 and 2030 editions.

China unveils new naval defence systems as drones change nature of war at sea

The PLA has been working to improve its defences after the wars in Ukraine and the Middle East highlighted the threat of anti-ship drones.

China fans: why pay to watch a World Cup we’re not in, can get for free online?

Chinese fans back state broadcaster in battle with Fifa over TV rights, with poor kick-off times and bad national team hurting interest.

Editorial | Shanxi mine disaster must fuel efforts to eliminate workplace risks