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    CGTN

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    "China Global Television Network"

    Founded December 31, 2016 Beijing
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    CGTN serves as the English-language international news channel for China's state-run media conglomerate, officially launching on December 31, 2016. This unified brand merged four existing channels: CCTV-News, CCTV America, CGTN Africa, and CGTN Documentary. Its history stretches back to September 25, 2000, when CCTV-9 first broadcast, followed by a rebranding to CCTV News in April 2010 before the final transformation into CGTN.

    The network operates under the oversight of the Central Propaganda Department of the Chinese Communist Party, functioning as the primary vehicle for projecting China's perspective to global audiences while aligning with national interests. It maintains a significant global footprint with regional hubs established in Washington, D.C., and Nairobi, Kenya, alongside its main studios in Beijing and London. The organization currently operates seventy bureaus worldwide, broadcasting to over 160 countries and regions.

    Beyond television, CGTN offers comprehensive digital services including live streaming, radio broadcasts, podcasts, and mobile applications for iOS and Android. While specific revenue figures are not publicly disclosed due to its status as a state-owned enterprise funded by the Chinese government, it competes directly with major international broadcasters such as BBC World News, CNN International, Al Jazeera, and France 24. Recent developments include continuous expansion of digital platforms and high-profile coverage of international events, such as the 2026 APEC SME ministerial meeting and the World Robot Conference.

    Products & Sub-brands

    CGTN (TV Channel)CGTN AmericaCGTN AfricaCGTN DocumentaryCGTN RadioCGTN App

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Who owns CGTN?
    CGTN is owned by the China Global Television Network, which is a state-run media organization fully controlled by the Chinese government and overseen by the Central Propaganda Department of the Chinese Communist Party.
    Where is CGTN headquartered?
    The network is headquartered in Beijing, China, with additional major regional hubs located in Washington, D.C., Nairobi, Kenya, and London to facilitate global broadcasting.
    Is CGTN still in business?
    Yes, CGTN remains active and continues to broadcast globally through television, digital platforms, and radio, despite facing regulatory challenges and bans in certain countries like the UK and the US.
    What is CGTN vs BBC difference?
    While both are major international news networks, the BBC is a public service broadcaster funded by the UK license fee and mandated to be politically impartial, whereas CGTN is a state-owned entity explicitly aligned with the Chinese government's foreign policy goals.
    How much is CGTN worth?
    As a state-funded media organization, CGTN does not disclose specific revenue or valuation figures; its operations are supported by the Chinese government rather than commercial advertising alone.

    Keywords

    CGTNChina Global Television NetworkCCTVInternational NewsState MediaEnglish Language TVBeijing BroadcastingChinese Government Media

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    Company Info

    Founded
    December 31, 2016
    Headquarters
    Beijing
    Industry
    Media and Broadcasting
    Parent Company
    China Media Group
    Regional Hubs
    Washington D.C., Nairobi, London
    Bureaus Worldwide
    70
    Countries Reached
    Over 160
    Parent Organization
    China Media Group

    Official Website

    www.cgtn.com/

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