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January 2015
Feb, 2014
Phoenix InfoNews Channel
Phoenix InfoNews Channel distinguishes itself from other Mandarin news broadcasters with
its Chinese perspective and dynamic approach to round-the-clock news reports, breaking news,
press summary and in-depth analysis on current affairs, business updates and finance
headlines.
Phoenix InfoNews has gathered a brilliant team of presenters, journalists, commentators of
different backgrounds from China, Taiwan and Hong Kong. The channel has a comprehensive
broadcasting network, reaching audiences in the rest of the Asian Pacific region, North, South
and Central Americas, Africa and Europe.
The channel has news bureaus and reporting stations in major cities in Asia, Europe, America
and the Middle East, such as New York, Washington, London, Paris, Moscow, Tehran, Tel
Aviv, Islamabad, New Delhi, Beijing, Taipei, Tokyo, Hong Kong and Sydney etc.
The channel has a state-of-the-art news centre in Hong Kong equipped with high definition
production infrastructure and the most up-to-date tapeless production and broadcasting system
in Asia. Witness history in the making with Phoenix and InfoNews Channel is always the first
to break the latest news.
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Phoenix InfoNews Programming 2015
News Program
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Good Morning China
Morning Financial News
Today’s Headlines
Phoenix Afternoon Express
Noontime Financial News
Weather Forecast
News on the Hour
Phoenix Focus
The Asian Journal
Phoenix Midnight News
Update
Phoenix Midnight Finance
Express
Breaking News
Live Focus
Weekend Morning News
News Zone
The World This Week
Weekend Midnight Express
Press Conference
Ocean Forecast
Finance Program
• Phoenix Financial
Daily Report
• China Financial
Intelligence
• Financial Journal
• Elite Converge
Info & Commentary Program
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Weekend Hot Talk
Global Online
Media Assembly
Mainland Q & A
China News Live
Chief Editor’s Time
Taiwan Weekly Focus
News Talk
Current Affairs Debate
Approaches To Politics &
Business
News Bulletin
Architecture’s Dream
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News Program
Good Morning China 《鳳凰早班車》
Morning Financial News 《晨早財經》
Presenter : Yang Shu, Yang Juan, Echo Huang,
(Broadcast in Good Morning China)
Rachel Zhao
A refreshing reportage to get audience a good
Presenter : Yang Shu, Yang Juan, Echo Huang,
start of the day, Good Morning China offers the
Rachel Zhao
Whether it be US’s Dow Jones, various European
latest news from major wire services such as
Reuters, Associated Press, Sky News, NHK, EETV
market indexes, UK’s FTSE or the Asian stock
and FOX etc.
markets, none of the overnight market
movements will be lost to you with Morning
Enjoy a hearty breakfast with a nice serving of the
Financial News.
day's headlines, financial updates and weather
forecast.
Morning Financial News prepares for viewers
Reports cover financial news, including the
the first thing in the morning the latest situation
previous night’s closing on SE Asian stock markets
and detailed analysis of the US and European
and early reports on European exchanges, daily
markets, as well as insightful forecasts of Asian
headlines from China, Hong Kong and Taiwan
markets ahead of their opening. Expert opinions
newspapers, and world weather forecasts.
are collected through authoritative reportage.
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News Program
Today’s Headlines 《今日頭條》
(Broadcast in Good Morning China)
Presenter : Yang Shu, Yang Juan,
Echo Huang, Rachel Zhao
Today’s Headline brings viewers the most
recently updated international news headlines
from major international wire services and
newspapers, giving an overview of world news
early in the morning.
Over the years, Phoenix has been the first in
breaking world-shaking news, reporting latest
headlines that set the pace for Chinese
television worldwide, as well as creating a brand
of gold, a mark of style and a collection of
award-winners.
Phoenix Afternoon Express
《鳳凰午間特快》
Presenter : Yang Shu, Yang Juan,
Echo Huang, An Dong,
Chiang Sheng Yang, Rachel Zhao
News is always the core competitiveness of
Phoenix’s success and powerful impact.
For irrepressible news lovers, Phoenix Chinese
Channel presents Phoenix Afternoon
Express just after noon.
Presenting the most updated international and
financial news breaking before lunch, viewers can
tune in to stay informed about events
happening around the world.
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News Program
Noontime Financial News《午間財經》
(Broadcast in Phoenix Afternoon Express)
Presenter : Yang Shu, Yang Juan, Rachel Zhao,
Echo Huang, An Dong, Chiang Sheng Yang
Noontime Financial News is a program that reports
in-depth half-day report on regional Asian stock
market performances. The show also provides the
latest developments in the European and US markets
including the Dow Jones index, major European
i n d e x e s a s w e l l a s t h e U K F i na n c i a l T i m e s
index.
Time is as precious as money, which is why viewers
with countless demands on their times cannot afford
to miss Noontime Financial News. The Program
organises the vast amount of information and reminds
viewers of the most important issues as soon as they
happen so that viewers can get going ahead of the
others.
Weather Forecast
《鳳凰氣象站》
Presenter : Wang Qing
Viewers can decide whether to open umbrellas
or pull on sun-shades for sure, with the
Weather Forecast, Phoenix goes the extra
mile to collect data from observatories
worldwide so that predictions and reports on
weather conditions in different countries are as
accurate as possible.
Phoenix’s engaging young presenter tracks
weather movements and forecasts upcoming
conditions in her upbeat, lively presentation
coupled with music, folklore and traditional
wisdom pertaining to different weather
conditions in various times of the year, making
Weather Forecast a true delight regardless of
rain or shine.
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News Program
Phoenix Focus 《鳳凰焦點新聞》
News on the Hour《鳳凰正點播報》
Presenter :, Yang Shu, Yang Juan, Ma Bin,
Echo Huang, Ren Ren, Wan Jun,
Chiang Sheng Yang, Li Ke Fu
Aired 12 times a day, 7 days a week, News on
the Hour provides coverage of news and current
affairs from around the world, concise, speedy
and accurate keeps viewers informed of the latest
breaking news each hour.
Phoenix Focus is a live daily news program
featuring coverage of current affairs, finance,
social issues, culture, entertainment and sports.
Anchored by professional presenters, Phoenix
focus provides in-depth review and thorough
report on daily events
Phoenix InfoNews provides a comprehensive
range of news information and current affairs
programs presented by the best anchors and
journalists from China, Hong Kong and Taiwan.
Featuring both hard and soft news, the program is
a must for those who want to keep ahead of the
days’ events.
Acknowledged widely as the “Bridge” among
Chinese all over the world, Phoenix presenters
possess impressive educational qualifications,
language skills, the ability to analyses situations
and quick to respond, helping them to build a
bond of confidence with the audience.
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News Program
The Asian Journal 《時事直通車》
Presenter : Sally Wu, Lu Chen, Avon Hsieh,
Jason Chien, Ren Ren
This heavy-weight Phoenix reportage commands respect and acclaim
from our inquisitive audience. An in-depth coverage of the latest
social, economical, cultural and sports news from Hong Kong, Taiwan
and China, The Asian Journal is the flagship daily news report that
also features headlines from around the world.
With objective reporting and in-depth news analysis, The Asian
Journal is a popular news program in China with different segments
including “Headlines”, “Top Stories”, “Comments”, ‘World Reports’ and
“News in Brief” covers major news from around the world.
“Cross Taiwan Straits” and “Inside Hong Kong and Macau” carry
news on Greater China, plus “Science and Technology”, “Glamours”,
“Sports Focus” and “Money Line”.
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News Program
Phoenix Midnight News Update
《鳳凰子夜快車》
Phoenix Midnight Finance Express
《鳳凰子夜財經》
Presenter : Li Ya Qian, Wang Feng, Li Ke Fu
Presenter : Li Ya Qian, Wang Feng, Li Ke Fu
Catering to a niche late-night audience, Phoenix
Midnight News Update is a current affairs
program airing at midnight that brings people
news from Greater China and around the world.
Phoenix Midnight Finance Express is a
live program that reports on daily global
financial news and summaries the stock
market trends around the world.
The program is often the first to report breaking
news from Europe, America and the Middle East.
For the past years of its running, the program has
been swiftest in its response to major world
events, showing how Phoenix is the premier
Mandarin-speaking news network.
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News Program
Breaking News 《突發事件直播》
Tune in to Phoenix InfoNews and viewers can expect nothing less than the most updated breaking
news on international, social or financial affairs. Our fast and accurate breaking news reports and
instant summary have been compulsory viewing for those who would like to keep up-to-the-minute
with the rapid-changing world.
Breaking News and big headlines are put into wider perspectives with Phoenix’s professionalism.
Phoenix made thorough reports on the Paris attack, Sydney cafe siege, Air Asia plane crash, missing
flight MH370. All that made Phoenix stand out from other regional media.
In 2012 and 2013, InfoNews Channel had live broadcast 230 and 200 hours respectively. Until the
end of December, 2014, we have broadcast 244 hours live.
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News Program
Live Focus 《焦點直播》
Brazil presidential election, Shanghai-HK stock connect platform, Taiwan 9-in-one
election, Japan election, Sydney cafe siege…Events that concern all of us happen
around the world every day.
Live Focus covers live broadcast of summit, forum, election, speech, press
conference, opening & closing ceremony of mega events, pre & post-campaign
activities of anniversary etc. The date and relevant info of the aforesaid events are
made known beforehand with schedule or itinerary given.
Whether it is world summits, election updates, or any kinds of momentous
happenings, Phoenix’s worldwide news network and team of professional reporters
posted across the globe will be on the spot to keep viewers abreast of the fastmoving situation instantly. Our seasoned commentators are also in the studio to
guide viewers through each event with their well-informed and insightful opinions.
Witness history in the making with Live Focus.
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News Program
News Zone《時事特區》
Weekend Morning News
《周末晨早播報》
Presenter : Jade Lin, Li Ya Qian,
Wang Feng
Weekend Morning News keeps viewers
abreast of events from around the world.
Every Saturday and Sunday, this news
program puts viewers in touch with
Greater China and the world.
The program puts audiences right to the spot of
news through our experienced reporters stationed
around the world. Audiences are able to witness
the occurrence right there and then to follow its
up-to-the-minute development. They are given
experience that is far more exciting or shocking
than that of an interpreted one.
Phoenix’s outstanding features are met with wide
accolade as we garnered 2 prestigious awards at
Hugo TV Awards 2014 and New York Festivals 2014.
Phoenix is dedicated to give a Chinese
perspective on the ever-changing world
news. It is definitely a distinguished voice
and a brand new angle to the world,
delivering the Chinese way of thinking and
beliefs.
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News Program
The World This Week
《周末正午播報》
Presenter :, Echo Huang, Jade Lin, Wan Jun,
Li Ke Fu
Every Saturday and Sunday The World this
Week presents a 30-minute news report that
keeps audiences updated on the weekend’s news
events. It is the weekend version of Phoenix
Afternoon Express. The professional team of
journalists and editors of Phoenix are always
ready and on the spot to guarantee viewers be
fully informed.
Amid full-fledged globalisation, information is
most sought after by different social classes to
make sure they are kept informed at all times.
Weekend Midnight Express
《周末子夜播報》
Presenter : Li Ya Qian, Wang Feng, Li Ke Fu
The central spirit of Phoenix InfoNews is the
accurate report of update news. Over the years,
Phoenix is dedicated to providing a wide variety of
information and updated news to people all across
China.
Presenting the most up-to-the-minute international
and financial news breaking on weekend, viewers
can tune in Weekend Midnight Express to stay
informed about events happening around the
world.
The rapidly growing Chinese middle class have
enormous interest in international political and
economic developments. For this, InfoNews
Channel is dedicated to bringing viewers roundthe-clock news in the most concise, accurate and
timely way.
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News Program
Press Conference《問答中國直播》
The mission of Phoenix InfoNews is to report news from a
Chinese perspective, delivering balanced, unbiased and
accurate reportage. Phoenix has established a comprehensive
network of news bureaux across the three continents in the
major cities of the world. The worldwide network empowers
Phoenix to have an instant live program like this to bring
viewers to the hot spot.
Press Conference covers live broadcast of weekly press
conference held by State Council Information Office of the
P.R.C., and the monthly press conference held by Taiwan
Affairs office of the State Council P.R.C.
Over the past 19 years, Phoenix is dedicated to providing a
wide variety of information and updated news to people
across China as well as Chinese speaking communities
around the world.
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News Program
Ocean Forecast《海洋預報》
The ocean takes up 70% of our planet’s surface and is
closely bound up with human activities. Whether you
live by the sea, or are about to set sail, or are
preparing for a seaside resort holiday, you can rely on
Ocean Forecast for the latest marine weather
updates.
Every day of the week Ocean Forecast brings you
two editions packed with speedy and accurate date,
including a 3-day wave forecast in Northwest Pacific,
and updates on waves and sea temperatures for the
next 24 hours as well as the next 3 days in a host of
East Asian and Southeast Asian coastal cities.
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Finance Program
Phoenix Financial Daily Report 《鳳凰財經日報》
Presenter : Jason Chien
Finance is much more than the sum of a string of data. It
involves a vast amount of information, including politics, social
affairs and technology, to name but a few.
It is obvious that financial trends are not only reflected in
financial news. Headlines of all kinds across the globe can have
an impact on the financial world whether directly or not. A
comprehensive understanding of how it works is key to grabbing
the opportunities as they arise.
So how can we decode the multifarious messages in the
information age in order to get ahead of the rest?
Phoenix Financial Daily Report aims to help audience figure
out the financial clues from a choice selection of the hottest
news of the day. The show also links up with financial gurus,
web celebs and experts from related fields to offer their profound
insights. Presenting the latest figures and conducting public
surveys on important topics, Phoenix Financial Daily Report
generates a sweeping view on the trends that will bring you
unique investment opportunity.
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Finance Program
China Financial Intelligence《中國深度財經》
Presenter: Zhang Tong
China’s economy is still thriving while debt crises in the US and Europe remain unresolved. All
focus is now on China as a powerhouse to lift the global economy out of the doldrums. Shanghai
as the financial hub of the country is naturally in the spotlight.
At present, Shanghai plays host to over 1,000 international financial establishments, more than
200 companies on the Fortune 500 list, and up to 300,000 financial professionals. The city is set
to take up the role as a major world financial center. With the government’s active support,
development in finance, shipping, trading and the economy will be far-reaching.
China Financial Intelligence takes a weekly look from the vantage point of Shanghai at all
aspects of the Chinese economy, allowing the world to learn more about the country and the city.
The program addresses important economic issues, dissect money matters, examines crucial
data and discusses influential factors such as banking, properties, commodities, funds, forex,
gold trading and shipping. It helps viewers grapple with fluctuations in various markets, and spot
the trend amidst diverse indicators to make wise decisions on their investments.
Bankers, fund managers, economists and academics alike are invited to offer their opinions as
they examine the state of the Chinese economy and diagnose whatever problems it is facing.
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Finance Program
Financial Journal 《金石財經》
Presenter : Vie Tseng Chin I, Jade Lin
Commentator: Shih Chi Ping, Zhu Wen Hui
For those who want to keep on top of global economy, to turn seemingly profitable
opportunities into solid gold, to minimize investment risk, Financial Journal is a mustwatch program for viewers to keep updated about the market movement and anticipate
future trends to make the right decisions.
This program gives in-depth analysis and up-to-date financial news. Such information is
essential to make wise decision in today’s volatile financial market. Coupled with the
professionals from the field, renowned finance commentator Shih Chi Ping opines valuable
insights from different angles on the day’s hottest topics.
Vie Tseng joined Phoenix in April 1997, her remarkable sensitivity in reporting has been her
winning forte ever since.
Shih Chi Ping is a well-known political and financial commentator. He has been Chief Editor,
researcher and frequent guest speaker in various political and financial forums. The essay
of Mr. Shi is logical, well-thought out, well-organised and convincing. He is known for his
knowledge and reasoning.
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Finance Program
Elite Converge 《財智菁英滙》
Presenter : Wang Ying
Tireless, perseverant, always one step ahead, they are the self-made
achievers who grasp the pulse of the time, promoting positive values
and social justice. They set the standard for those with a passion for
excellence. Program Elite Converge presents interviews with
entrepreneurs, offering insights on how they overcome the hurdles.
Rich people are not necessarily the conscientious social elites. Only
those social elites with integrity, great visions will lead the world by
example. Such elites are the pillars of the society, they encourage
creativity, build corporate empires, accumulate capital while at the
same time they are conscious of their roles in environmental
protection, social welfare and charity.
Wisdom is the paramount theme of this program.
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Info & Commentary Program
Weekend Hot Talk《周末龍門陣》
Presenter : Guo Yan
Discussion can be breezy and blithe, even when it is on serious
international affairs and historical issues with current implications.
Weekend Hot Talk is a salon of renowned academics, industry
authorities and thought leaders. In a relaxed mood that recharges
the mind, their intelligent chat engages the audience by teasing
out entire networks of cause and effect behind every topic in
question.
Each weekly topic is selected from significant news stories both at home and abroad.
Our guests, grasping major points of interest, elucidate the gist of the matter in simple
terms. On top of issues concerning the US and Europe, more attention is given to Asia,
besides emphasis on Africa, Latin America, the Middle East, and some smaller states in
Europe.
The thought-provoking discussion criss-crosses boundaries of geography and history to
reflect how we are all impacted by the “butterfly effect” that can be traced back to any
single incident from any parts of the world.
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Info & Commentary Program
Global Online 《天下被網羅》
Presenter : Ivy Chu Yu Ting, An Dong, Jade Lin,
Ada Lau, Ma Bin
Phoenix never fails to produce information-packed program to take the lead of the everchanging cyber world with the audience. Phoenix strives to expand the boundary of the
source of info and set the standard for a well-made news-cum-info program.
From news headlines, unheard-of stories, wacky photos, heart-rending depictions to
frontline adventures, hosts scan through major portal websites across the world, highlight
cyber fun, pass on gimmick columns, snapshots, awe-inspiring clips and many more. This
program is the answer to the overwhelming demands of the info-thirsty clans.
The hosts pepper and command the program with witty observation and penetrating
remarks. Global Online meant to capture all the interesting info on net, striving to hook
up with the viewers via Phoenix website at near real time, trying to be more appealing to
stand out from the traditional mode of media.
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Info & Commentary Program
Media Assembly 《媒體大攝滙》
Presenter : Ma Bin
According to statistics, there are over 60 satellite TV in China, not
including those provincial and city TV stations. A colossal output of
news and information are produced every day to satisfy the demands
of the population. They generate an enormous amount of riveting
stories covering a wide variety of subjects with novel implication.
Riding on information integration, Phoenix InfoNews Channel
presents Media Assembly, the program gathers special social,
domestic, funny technological news from all across mainland China,
Hong Kong and Taiwan. It feeds the audience with interesting human
stories from the other side of our society.
Ma Bin is a graduate of Boyin Department of Beijing Broadcasting
Institute. He has a style of layman, the language of human, radiating
no-nonsense and down-to-earth charisma, winning the hearts of the
audience with his unique “people style”.
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Info & Commentary Program
Mainland Q & A 《問答神州》
Presenter : Sally Wu
Sally Wu, Phoenix premier presenter, is scaling new heights to produce
this tour-de-force program called Mainland Q & A to invite more highprofile leaders from China, Taiwan and Hong Kong as our guests.
Zero-distance from the heavyweights and top leaders is the draw of this
program. It reveals striking details about the thoughts of the most
influential decision-makers, telling viewers the pulse of the time.
Since 2006, Sally is honored to interview as many as 6 Vice Chairpersons
of National People’s Congress, 5 Vice Chairmen of Chinese People’s
Political Consultative Conference as well as many other high-ranking
officers from mainland, Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan.
As one of the most recognizable TV hosts in China, Sally’s
professionalism and pleasing style are much adored by the high-end
audience in the Chinese community across the world.
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Info & Commentary Program
China News Live《華聞大直播》
Presenter : Avon Hsieh
China News Live covers the hottest news of the day from Greater
China and gives a complete picture of key issues including detailed
background information and in-depth analysis of its impact from
different perspectives.
It is all about the day’s top stories on politics, military, economy,
culture, technology and society in China, Taiwan, Hong Kong and
Macau, as well as international developments related to the region
and the people. Phoenix news bureaux in the US, London, Paris,
Moscow, Beijing, Shanghai and Taipei file back credible stories to
Phoenix Headquarters for this news-oriented program.
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Info & Commentary Program
Chief Editor’s Time 《總編輯時間》
Presenter : Oliver Lu, Lawrence Ho
Living at the crossroads of globalization and diversified information
sources, life is full of choices yet short of judgment. Chief Editor’s Time
gives you the right bearing and the necessary senses to tread uphill.
A summary of the day’s key events, Chief Editor’s Time also offers a
profound look into their implications. Hosted by Phoenix’s commentator or
chief editor, the programme talks you through major points in the
headlines and forecasts trends in future.
It is a rich program also backed by colourful tidbits, sidelines and melodies
from the day including entertainment news, social observations and
technology launch. Social highlights and miscellaneous stories add a
dimension of fun. So please enjoy!
Oliver Lu has been working in journalistic field in Beijing, Sydney, Hong
Kong and Taipei for over 20 years, he has been a journalist, editor,
producer and writer for major feature works.
Lawrence Ho is an expert in international affairs specialized in Russia
issues, cross straits and N.E. Asia. His distinct, direct and crystal clear
comments are his hallmark style.
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Info & Commentary Program
News Talk
《新聞今日談》
Taiwan Weekly Focus
《台灣一周重點》
Presenter : Huang Chia Teng,
Peng Shi Ting
Taiwan Weekly Focus, a timely production
by Phoenix team of veteran journalists in
Taiwan, aims to bring viewers the most updated
topics in Taiwan of the week on politics,
economy and social life. It is the indispensable
thermometer to capture the hottest events
happening, with in-depth features on people’s
livelihood, unheard-of customs as well as
political entanglements.
Huang Chia Teng has been well trained in the
leading Taiwan TV stations such as TNN TV,
ETTV, CTS and CTI TV for over a decade.
Huang is uncompromising in pursuit of the truth
when he reported most of the major news
events.
Presenter : Ai Chu Yi
Commentator: Anthony Yuen
Immerse yourself in critical debate and in-depth
analysis from wise men. News Talk focuses on top
political issues, economic headlines and current
affairs. Also featured is live discussion on news
stories. Through the expertise of our commentators,
viewers are guided to an uncluttered perspective on
what matters now.
News through the critical eye, transparency
guaranteed. Scholars enhance the program with their
extensive knowledge and experience, treating the
viewers to a detailed, incisive and informative news
feature.
Mr. Yuen is a popular columnist for Singapore’s
‘United Morning Post’, Hong Kong’s ‘Economic Journal’,
New York’s ‘East Meets West Forum’ in the past years.
He has authored best-selling books that are also
critically acclaimed.
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Info & Commentary Program
Current Affairs Debate《時事辯論會》
Presenter: Cheng He Lin
An electrifying platform where minds meet and diverse,
Current Affairs Debate draws insightful views and ideas
on latest news stories from the host and participants.
Audience can join in the live debate by casting votes for the
side they support through emails, text messages and fax.
Well-known commentators from China, Hong Kong and
overseas are invited to participate, providing viewers an indepth understanding regarding issues at hand through
unparalleled perspectives.
Fast and fierce repartees
between the hosts and the guests come into light in each
episode, bringing into focus the viewpoints of the particular
issue.
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Info & Commentary Program
Approaches to Politics & Business《大政商道》
Presenter : Bai Yan Qin
Market are not made of numbers. They are made of
passions and partnership, vision and decisions, dreams
and actions. It is the people who made the market
bigger. It is the competent people who made the
market stronger and better.
Approaches To Politics & Business redefines the possible, showing us how something
impossible for some, it could be possible for those with a clear objective and determination.
Let’s find out how the doors are opened for the entrepreneurs.
Resourceful, mature, independent, Bai Yan Qin comes from Shaanxi, she once scored the
highest esteem as one of the China Top Ten Presenters. She has a sharp eye for facts and
figures, and a judgment of the right decision made by the high-flyers. She always asks
the million-dollar questions for the audience.
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Info & Commentary Program
News Bulletin《新聞看板》
The emergence of tablet computer or tablet PC has
changed the way we live. Tablets are now everywhere, on
roads, in the meeting and in the sky!
The tablet is also rolled out on InfoNews Channel with
similar outlook. In 90 seconds, eight to ten pieces of
news of the day are delivered with vivid images,
captivating and arresting footage. It tells you the stories
with impressions.
This smart bulletin is trendy and back-to-basic. It incorporates news with your
daily viewing. Images are stronger than words, it sets your imagination off and
makes you wonder the rationale behind.
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Info & Commentary Program
Architecture’s Dream 《築夢天下》
Presenter: Angela Chow
Great architecture share similar qualities, they are what inspire
us in this programme, Architecture’s Dream.
Architecture has long been the products of human civilization
blending functional, economical, technical and artistic dimension
of the society. From simple residential cottage, impressive royal
mansion to magnificent skyscraper, behind those bricks and
steel structure, it is the historical and cultural designs that make
them immortal. They mean so much more than simply shelters
but art works that mark the footprints and prosperity of human
civilization.
Great architecture, like literature, always reflects the sentiment and vision of the
designer and they are also the cultural expression of the time. Timeless architecture goes
beyond the borders of nations, crosses the barricades of languages and cultures,
showcasing the relentless endeavors and lasting accomplishments of different ethics
groups.
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