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September , 2 0 14. CONTENTS. Introduction to Phoenix China Buy, Why Phoenix ?. PHOENIX’S VISION. A Global TV Brand In Chinese Communities Worldwide. MORE ABOUT PHOENIX. Launched in 1996, IPO on June 30, 2000. A Joint Venture . Today’s Asia Ltd 37.5%
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CONTENTS • Introduction to Phoenix • China Buy, Why Phoenix ?
PHOENIX’S VISION A Global TV Brand In Chinese Communities Worldwide
MORE ABOUT PHOENIX • Launched in 1996, IPO on June 30, 2000 • A Joint Venture Today’s Asia Ltd 37.5% TPGChina Media, L.P. 12.15% China Mobile (Hong Kong) Group Ltd 19.9% China Wise International Ltd 8.3% Other Shareholders 22.15%
MULTI-MEDIA PLATFORM • Phoenix Chinese Channel • Phoenix Movies Channel • 1998 Phoenix New Media (ifeng.com) • Phoenix Chinese News & Entertainment Channel (Europe) • Phoenix Weekly • Phoenix North America Chinese Channel • Phoenix InfoNews Channel • Phoenix Hong Kong Channel • Phoenix U Radio Broadcast in HD in 2014 Phoenix Chinese Channel Phoenix Movies Channel Phoenix CNE Channel Phoenix Weekly Phoenix N.A Chinese Channel Broadcast in HD in 2014 Phoenix InfoNews Channel Broadcast in HD in 2014 Phoenix HK Phoenix U Radio
Phoenix ChineseChannel Phoenix Chinese Launch Date: March, 1996 Broadcast in High-definition quality in January, 2014 Satellite: Transmitted via ASIASAT 7, APSTAR 6 and CHINASAT 6B Programme type: Wide variety programmes e.g. Info-tainment, documentary, Drama, News Face-to-face interview Penetration: Reaching 83 millions households in China # Reaching 4,300,000 households in other Asia Pacific countries * Data Source : * Phoenix International Operations Division # CSM Distribution Survey in China 2012
PhoenixInfoNewsChannel Launch Date: January 2001 Broadcast in High-definition quality in January, 2014 Satellite: Transmitted via ASIASAT 7, APSTAR 6 , CHINASAT 6B, SATMEX-6 、TELSTAR 12 、 DIRECTV 、ECHOSTAR and GALAXY 3C Satellite Programme Type :CNN-typed + CNBC-typednews programs Distribution: Reaching Chinese communities in Asia Pacific Region (including China, Hong Kong & Macau), America, Europe and Africa via cable TV, IPTV network and DTH platform
Phoenix Movies Channel Launch Date : August 1998 Satellite : Transmitted via ASIASAT 7, APSTAR 6 and CHINASAT 6B in China Programme Type : Movies blending 30% Asian and 70% international titles with Chinese subtitles Distribution : Encrypted distribution in China
PhoenixChinese News &Entertainment (Europe) Channel Phoenix CNE Launch Date : August 1999 Satellite : Transmitted via EUROBIRD and EUTELSAT W4 Satellites Programme Type : Drama, infotainment, news, documentaries, current affairs, plus news reports produced by local editorials Distribution: Covering over 45 European and 38 African countries including France, Germany, United Kingdom, Netherlands, Spain, and further to Egypt, Morocco, Nigeria, Zimbabwe, Madagascar etc,
Phoenix North America Chinese Channel Phoenix N.A. Chinese Launch Date : January 2000 Satellite : Transmitted via DIRECTV, ECHOSTAR, GALAXY 3C and SATMEX-6 Satellite. Programme Type: Dual-dialect drama, infotainment, news, documentaries, current affairs, plus news reports produced by local editorials Distribution : Reaching Chinese communities in North, South and Central America via cable TV, IPTV network and DTH platform (including major hotels).
Phoenix Hong Kong Channel Launch Date : March, 2011 Broadcast in High-definition quality in January, 2014 Target Audience : High-end Cantonese audience in Hong Kong, Macau, Guang Dong, Guang Xi and Hai Nan Districts (24 hour broadcast) Satellite : Transmitted via ASIASAT 7 Programme Type :News, Information, Finance, Trends, Culture, Interviews and Features Coverageand : Cover entire Asia-Pacific Regions. distribution In Hong Kong, the channel is available through: NOW TV (Channel 367) – 1.23 million subscribers i-Cable (Channel 14) – 1.06 million subscribers TVBNetwork Vision (Channel 89) – 200,000 subscribers HK Broadband TV (Channel 507) –195,000 subscribers SMATV、TVRO In Macau, the channel is available through: Macau Cable Television Company Limited (Channel 162) – over 100,000 subscribers
PhoenixWeekly Launch Date : June, 2000 Distribution : Distributed in China and overseas including Macau, Taiwan, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Malaysia, Japan, Canada and USA. Free Periodicals to leaders of local governments, large corporations and tertiary institutions. Retail Sales through subscription & newsstands Readership : 150,000 per issue (450,000 per month) Content : Financial and political events, current affairs, social issues, culture and individual profiles
PhoenixNew Media Launch Date : June, 1998 Phoenix Website : 830 million pageviews / day (ifeng.com) Pageview (as at : 1st Quarter 2014) According to iResearch April 2014 data, it ranked no. 4 among all China online portals. Services : multi-media platform comprises of Phoenix Website (ifeng.com), Phoenix Wireless (mobile) and Broadband Video
PhoenixU Radio Launch Date : January 18, 2012 Positioning : You-focused, interactive with audience. Target Audience : netizens and mobile users in China, Hong Kong audience Channel : 3 Mandarin-speaking channels in total U Radio 22, (launched on January 18, 2012) U Radio 26, (launched on December 5, 2012) U Radio 28, (to be launched in 2014) Program : U Radio 22: Featuring news and current affairs, social, cultural and entertainment topics, bringing the latest information from the mainland, Taiwan and Hong Kong to the audience. U Radio 26: 24/7 music on-the-go, greatest hits of the music charts and all-time pop hits Reception : Listen via digital radio (Hong Kong only), website (uradio.ifeng.com) or free mobile Apps (Apple IOS or Android)
Phoenix InfoNews ONE-STOP INTEGRATED MARKETING OPPORTUNITIES Phoenix CNE Phoenix N.A. Chinese Phoenix Movies Phoenix HK Phoenix Chinese On-air Phoenix Multimedia Platform In-print On-line Digital Audio Broadcasting Phoenix U Radio Phoenix New Media ifeng.com Phoenix Weekly
Valued at RMB 31.16 billion, Phoenix Rated “China’s 500 Most ValuableBrands 2013” In 2013, Phoenix was named one of “China’s 500 most valuable brands” by World Brand Laboratory. Valued at RMB 31.16 billion, Phoenix was second only to CCTV in the media category. Since the event wasfirst launched in 2004, Phoenix has received the honor for 10 consecutive years. True to its pledge to connect Chinese worldwide, Phoenix produces and provides quality TV programs for Chinese in every corner of the globe and is recognized on the international stage with accolades and awards to its productions. Based in New York, World Brand Laboratory is one of the world’s leading brand evaluation organizations. Led by chairman Robert Mundell, Nobel laureate and also known as “Father of the Euro”, it is made up of consultants and experts from Harvard, Yale, MIT, Oxford, Cambridge, amongst other prestigious academic institutes. Source: World Brand Summit, June 26, 2013
Phoenix named one of “Asia’s 500 Most Influential Brands”Eight years in a row Phoenix is named one of “Asia’s 500 Most Influential Brands”, eight years in a row in Hong Kong on September 28, 2013. Among the 57 media brands on this list, Phoenix is one of the Big Four alongside CCTV, NHK from Japan and TVB from Hong Kong. Phoenix has made notable progress by rising 12 spots this year. The weighty brand list comprises 500 brands from 19 countries and regions. China, including Hong Kong, Taiwan and Macau, has 204 brands out of the 500, overtaking Japan for the second time. The selection is jointly organised by the magazine “World Entrepreneur” and World Brand Laboratory led by Nobel Laureate Robert Mundell, also known as “the Father of the Euro”. Brand influence in Asia is measured by key indicators such as market share, brand loyalty and Asian leadership etc. Source: “World Entrepreneur” magazine,September, 2013
Phoenix firmly on the list of the “Most Respectable Company in China” Phoenix scored “The Most Respectable Companies in China 2012-13” again, being the only TV media corporation to have garnered this accolade since the selection was first launched in 2001. The theme of this year’s criteria is “Leading the Era of Transformation”. Phoenix is dedicated to developing its new media, printed weekly, outdoor media and digital radio to realise the omni-media age and to make sure the change is beneficial to society. Phoenix has always been praised for living up to its vision of “connecting Chinese worldwide”, and being a bridge to link the mainland, Hong Kong and Taiwan. Its quality programmes ensure a unique news perspective, objective reportage and high levels of authority, winning many international accolades. Organized by The Economic Observer, “Most Respectable Companies in China” honored 30 companies selected from candidates nominated by hundreds of experts, media professionals, philanthropists and corporate leaders. Source: The Economic Observer, August 2013
Phoenix listed on the first “The World’s 500 Largest Media Company” In December 2013, Phoenix broke into “The World’s 500 Largest Media Company”, first announced in New York, USA. A total of 57 China and Hong Kong media companies were chosen while Phoenix was among the top five China media companies. Out of the 500 media companies, 105 are from the U.S. whereas 47 and 46 brands are from Japan and U.K. respectively. Mr. Liu Qing Dong, Vice President (International Operation) of Phoenix, received the honour on behalf of Phoenix from the hands of esteemed professors Dr. John Deighton and Dr. Ravi Dhar. Phoenix TV, alongside with Radio and Television Shanghai, Shanghai Media Group, Hunan Broadcasting System, JiangSu Broadcasting Corporation and Television Broadcasting Company (HK) are the five leading media companies in China. Source: World Entrepreneur Summit 2013 in Hong Kong, December 27, 2013
ifeng.com Named The Most Valuable Info Site of the Year Joined by a group of media veterans and field leaders, famous new wave magazine New Weekly hosted the Netlife Value Award 2010 to acknowledge the rising forces on the internet that has added new values to the lives of modern Chinese web users. Edging out weighty competitors such as Sina News, WSJ Chinese and Hudong.com, ifeng.com is named The Most Valuable Info News Site of the Year. Since its launch, ifeng.com has been a leading force in the industry to adopt the multi-media communication style which creates a seamless flow of information. The organizing committee commented that ifeng.com is a 24/7 information powerhouse where the web users can always look up to for the latest news from around the world. ifeng.com is truly a reliable information forerunner serving 100 million high-end browsers, good at judgment and dare to defend the freedom of speech. Special reports on the demolition dispute in Yihuang has shown the quick response of the reporting team; Shanghai World Expo series well demonstrated the scale of its coverage while the current affairs reportage never fails to impress users for its high standard of accuracy and insight. They hailed, “ifeng.com is indeed the new media in its best form: Internet, wireless communication and TV network all blend in one seamlessly. ifeng.com is definitely the most successful example of the transformation of the traditional media.” Besides, ifeng.com also received many awards this year for her creative marketing as well as brand-building campaigns. Source: New Weekly, 15 November, 2010
Because Phoenix has OUTSTANDING Programs
Phoenix Documentaries won awards at “2013 Chicago International Film Festival” TV Program Awards “The Journey to North Korea 2012” awarded “Glod Plaque” of Investigative Reporting / News Documentary* “Enhancing Rural Education in China” awarded “Silver Plaque” of Investigative Reporting / News Documentary* “The Left-behind Children in China” awarded “Silver Plaque” of Public Affairs / Video News Release* * “2013 Chicago International Film Festival”, April, 2013 The Festival has grown to become a world-renowned annual event. It is dedicated to fostering better understanding between cultures and to making a positive contribution to the art form of the moving image.
“The Secret Truth of Hogwash Oil – Unravelling the Chain of Deception”won awards at “2013 New York Festivals” and “2012 Chicago International Film Festival” TV Program Awards 2012 Chicago International Film Festival 2013New York Festivals “Silver Plaque ” of Investigative Reporting/News Documentary # ─ Gold World Medal (Best Investigative Report) ─ Silver World Medal (Social Issues) ─ Finalist Certificate (Best Public Affairs Progam) * Source︰ # “2012 Chicago International Film Festival”, April, 2012 * “2013 New York Festivals”, April,2013 The Festivals honors programming in all lengths and forms from over 50 countries. It is dedicatd to both the TV and film industries, categories mirror today’s global trends and encourage the next generation of story-tellers.
TV Program Awards Phoenix Reportage won awards in Taiwan & London The 16th Cross-Strait Relations and Mainland News Reporting Award “China’s Wenzhou Train Collision” awarded “Highly Commended Award for Clearest Live News Coverage – TV ” # “Reunion-Huang Gongwang and Dwelling in the Fu Chun Mountains” awarded “TV Feature Award”* Global Media Excellence Awards Source︰ * “The 16th Cross-Strait Relations and Mainland News Reporting Award”, organized by the Chinese Development Fund Management Association and School of Communication, Ming Chuan University, on November 14, 2012 The awards aim to encourage journalists to engage in a higher-quality, more comprehensive and more in-depth news coverage of Greater China region to promote the news media to pay more attention to cross-strait relations and the mainland news reports. # Global Media Excellence Awards gala in London on November 7, 2012 The awards are organized by The Association for International Broadcasting (AIB) annually, it is unique and independent from commercial interests – independent panel of judges consisting of respected professionals from the broadcasting and wider industries select the winners among entries submitted from all over the world. .
TV Program Awards “China Dolls”bagged three awards at “33rd Annual Telly Awards”, “2012 Chicago International Film Festival” and “Record‧China ” 2012 Chicago International Film Festival Bronze award of “Health and Wellness” and “Social Responsibility” # Second class prize of “Record‧China” * Silver Plaque of “ Investigative Reporting/News Documentary”▲ 33 rd Telly Awards Source︰ # “33 rd Telly Awards”, March 22, 2012 The award honors the very best film & video productions, groundbreaking online video content, and outstanding local, regional, & cable TV commercials and programs. ▲ “2012 Chicago International Film Festival”, April, 2012 * “Record‧China” , May, 2012 The award honors outstanding documentaries, programs and documentary producers in order to promote China's documentary development.
TV Program Awards Phoenix Documentaries won awards at “2012 New York Festivals” “China Sizzles – The Way Out to Address Climate Change” awarded “Silver World Medal ” of Environment & Ecology * “The Way Home – A Motorcycle Journey” awarded “The Finalist Certificate” of Social Issues/Current Events * Source︰ * “2012 New York Festivals”, April,2012
TV Program Awards Phoenix Presenter Excels at “China TV Award 2011” Yu Chi Lin Jia awarded “The Best Talk Show Presenter”* Source︰ * “China TV Awards 2011” News Weekly, April 1, 2012 “China TV Awards” is considered as the most authoritative, fair and people-oriented ceremony on TV industry in China.
Media Awards Phoenix Reporter Triumphs at “Shenzhen & Hong Kong Lifestyle Awards 2011” & “ Female Media Award ” Miss Rose Luqiu is awarded “Media Figure of the year”* and “ Female Media Award ”# Source︰ * “Shenzhen & Hong Kong Lifestyle Awards 2011” Nan Fang Daily China, December 9, 2011 The award is the unique award in China to take “cultural and lifestyle” as the benchmark. # “Female Media Award”, February 20, 2012 The award is jointly held by lady.163.com and United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women to pay tribute to the remarkable women in China.
TV Program Awards Phoenix Productions won “Global Media Excellence Awards 2010” “Earth Rescue Operation” Awarded “People’s Choice” “Journey To North Korea” Awarded “Best Historical Documentary – television” Source: Global Media Excellence Awards gala in London on November 9, 2010 The awards are organised by The Association for International Broadcasting (AIB) annually, it is unique and independent from commercial interests – independent panel of judges consisting of respected professionals from the broadcasting and wider industries select the winners among entries submitted from all over the world.
TV Program Awards Phoenix Program and Presenters Honored at “China TV Award 2009” “Secret Documentary” is named “The Best Humanity Program” Chen Xiao Nan and Rose Luqiu Luwei are given Special Award of the Panel Committee “Pursuit of Truth TV Heroines” Source︰“China TV Awards 2009” News Weekly, March 15, 2010 “China TV Awards” is considered as the most authoritative, fair and people-oriented ceremony on TV industry in China.
TV Program Awards Phoenix Four Top Programs Awards “China Benchmark Brand” Two years in a row Behind the Headlines With Wen Tao Tiger Talk Starface A Date with Lu Yu Source: Columbia Journalism Review, July 14,2008 / Columbia Journlism Review, January, 2009
TV Program Awards Phoenix TV bagged four awards at “China TV Awards 2008” “From Phoenix to the World” awarded “The Best Social Affairs Commentary” “A Date with Lu Yu” awarded “Interview Program with Effective Multi-media Promotional Power” “Inside Big Cases” awarded “The Best Social Portrayal and Critics” Leung Man Tao awarded “Presenter with Intelligentsia Spirit” Source︰“China TV Awards 2008” News Weekly, March 18, 2009 “China TV Program Awards” is considered as the most authoritative, fair and people-oriented ceremony on TV industry in China. This year, it has altered its name to “China TV Awards”
Special Programs • Miss Chinese Cosmos PageantSetting a new benchmark of beauty blending international outlook, cultural heritage and novel vogue. This pageant is running in its twelfth year. The World’s Most Influential Chinese Awards Co-organized by Phoenix and nine other prominent Chinese media every year, the award pays tributes to the most outstanding Chinese figures of the year in different spheres of the globe. This award ceremony is running in its eighth year. Global Chinese CNY Music Gala Phoenix, in association with the National Grand Theatre and China Overseas Exchange Association, organize the Global Chinese CNY Music Gala every year to celebrate the Chinese new year with Chinese around the world.
North Korea’s Unpredictable Missiles and the Two Koreas North Korea fired missiles from time to time has put the world on a razor edge. A new round of UN sanctions and a joint military drill between the US and South Korea were met by Pyongyang’s threats of a pre-emptive strike. Phoenix will keep up its close watch. National People’s Congress, CPPCC and Xi Jin Ping’s State Visits The annual National People’s Congress and Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference hampered out the upcoming plans of China. President Xi Jin Ping’s state visit to Europe in March, 2014 grabbed international headlines, Phoenix has been keeping our global audience updated all the way. Ukraine crisis and Missing flight MH370 Reportage The unrest in Ukraine in 2014 and Russia’s annexation of Crimea had deeper dimensions in years to come. Phoenix reporters covered the regional turmoil from various strategic locations. On March 8, 2014, a Malaysian flight was mysteriously missing after taking off for a few hours from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing, Phoenix monitored closely the aerial aviation search, updates from Malaysia, Beijing, Vietnam, Bangkok, Australia, USA, France, Taiwan and Hong Kong headquarters around the clock, making a detailed and comprehensive reportage unrivalled by other media.
“We know that you have such a broad audience of people who are curious about the world, they are interested in the subjects that you cover on your show, and we were delighted to have this invitation.” “Phoenix brings China to the world and the world to China, and in the process, they provide vital public services by fostering a free flow of information and entertainment worldwide.” Former US Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton interviewed by Phoenix exclusively May 23, 2010 Zhao Xiao Lan, former US Secretary of Labour at International Emmy Awards ceremony in New York November 24, 2008 Phoenix Quotation “Globalization and economic growth draw our attention to social tolerance and coherence. I think that the literati and even the general cultural circle play a very important role in it. I believe that our cooperation with Phoenix TV will bring us opportunity, not only deliver the message to a wider audience, but also contribute to new thinking to this major undertaking .” United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization Director-General Irina Bokova and Mr. Liu Changle, Chairman of Phoenix at the signing of an agreement on a “Strategic Partnership for Culture of Peace Programme” December 10, 2012 “Phoenix TV is the only Chinese media reporting in Iran, I appreciate the effort of Phoenix correspondent in Iran who strengthens the role to let the outside world know the real Iran.” Former Iran President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad received Phoenix delegation February 29, 2008
Because Phoenix has Top Professionals, Renowned Presenters, Commentators and Reporters
Sally Wu Sally is hosting “Mainland Q&A”, interviewing high-profile leaders from China, Taiwan and Hong Kong Awarded “Influential Chinese Women in 60 years” by the Lady Channel of 163.com “The Most Influential Female in Entertainment Media Industry” by the Chinese edition of “Variety” magazine in 2006 One of “The Most Valuable Presenters in China 2005” valued at RMB100 million by World Brand Laboratory, lauded as “professional, steady, classy, the most influential presenter from Taiwan" “Media Ambassador” by the 7th World Chinese Entrepreneurs Convention in 2003 One of the “Top 20 Most Influential Females in the World” by Globe magazine in 2001 Presenter
Dou Wen Tao Ranked second on “The Most Valuable Presenters in China 2008" by World Brand Laboratory, valued at RMB 330 million “Best Talk Show Program Presenter” at China TV Program Awards 2006 organized by New Weekly “Best China TV Chat Show Presenter ” at China TV Presenter Forum, Annual Award Ceremony 2005 “Best Talk Show Program Presenter” and one of “The Most Valuable TV Program Presenters in 15 years” at China TV Program Awards 2004 His program “Inside Big Cases” was awarded “The Best Social Portrayal and Critics” at China TV Awards 2008 organized by New Weekly, lauded as “frank, smart, versatile” His program “Behind the Headlines with Wen Tao” was awarded “China Benchmark Brand 2008 & 2009” by Columbia Journalism Review Named in the “Forging Ahead 200 ” to confirm his vitality and ahead-of-time standing selected by New Weekly in 2005 Presenter
Chen Lu Yu One of “The Most Valuable Presenters in China 2008" by World Brand Laboratory, valued at RMB 310 million “TV Program Presenter of the Year” and “Best Talk Show Program Presenter ” at China TV Awards 2005 by New Weekly “Best China TV Interview Program Presenter" at China TV Presenter Forum, Annual Award Ceremony 2004 One of the “Top 100 Chinese Celebrities” by Forbes in 2004 “Best Talk Show Program Presenter” at China TV Program Awards 2003 organized by New Weekly Her program “A Date with Lu Yu” was awarded “Interview Program with Most Effective Cross-media Marketing Power” at China TV Awards 2009 organized by New Weekly “China Benchmark Brand 2008 & 2009” by Columbia Journalism Review and “Most Amiable Talk Show” at China TV Program Awards 2006 by New Weekly Presenter
Tiger Hu Presenter Hua Ding Award of “Best Performance by a Male TV Presenter of Feature Programs” in 2010 “China Youth Leader of our Time 2008” by Southern People Weekly Awarded “TV Program Presenter of the Year” and “Best Talk Show Presenter” at China TV Program Awards 2007 One of the “50 Most Charismatic in China” by Southern People Weekly in 2007 “Best News Anchor, Bronze World Medal” at New York Festivals 2007 “Most Amiable and Intelligent Presenter” by China TV Artist Association and Presenter Professional Committee in 2007 “Stars of Screen” by China TV Artist Association and Presenter Professional Committee in 2006 His program “Tiger Talk” was awarded “China Benchmark Brand 2008 & 2009” by Columbia Journalism Review, “TV Program of the Year” and “Best Talk Show” at China TV Program Awards 2007 by New Weekly
Olivia Xu Hua Ding Award of “Best Performance by a Female TV Presenter of News Programs in China” in 2008 One of “The Most Valuable Presenters in China 2008" by World Brand Laboratory, valued at RMB 160 million Praised as “pleasant and appealing, a fine lady in the Mandarin-speaking broadcasting world ” by World Brand Laboratory 2005 Her program “Starface” was awarded “China Benchmark Brand 2008 & 2009” by Columbia Journalism Review Interviewed countless celebrities including Nobel laureateMo Yan, world-class investor George Soros, pianists Lang Lang and Li Yun Di, film directors Ann Hui and Zhang Yi Mou, top sportsmen Kobe Brian and Yao Ming, Spanish tenor José Plácido Domingo, tennis champion Li Na, various Olympic gold medalists, etc Presenter
Qiu Zhen Hai He currently hosts programs “Peter Qiu’s Talk”, “Strategy Room” and “Think Tank”. Qiu demonstrates his expertise in analyzing international issues, particularly regarding European affairs and Sino-European relationships. Recently he has begun to focus on China’s diplomatic orientation, Sino-US relations, Sino-Japanese relations, Cross-strait issues and the Korean Peninsula. His newspaper articles are often published in different languages abroad. Previous to joining Phoenix, he was senior journalist with Wen Wei Pao and worked for Deutsche Welle. Commentator
Chen Xiao Nan • Special Award of the Panel Committee • “Pursuit of Truth TV Heroines” • at China TV Award 2009 • “Woman of the Year” by Cosmopolitan in 2008 • for her extraordinary performance after • the Sichuan earthquake • “Star of Screen” by China TV Artist Association and Presenter Professional Committee in 2006 • Her program “Secret Documentary, Special Feature” were awarded: • “Silver Plague for Documentary: • Arts &Humanities” at • the 45th Chicago International Film Festival in 2009 • “Silver Hugo Award for Documentary: • Arts & Humanities ” at • the 43rd Chicago International Film Festival in 2007 Presenter
LuChen She currently hosts prime-time “Eye on World”, “From Phoenix to the World” and “Global Characters” Participated in the making of “Journey to North Korea 2009”, a program highly commended by the jury for the History Documentary Category at the International Media Excellence Awards 2010 organized by the Association of International Broadcasting She has hosted various big live specials such as Taiwan Election 2008, trial of Saddam Hussein, launch of Shenzhou VI, US presidential election, Tsunami in Southeast Asia and the fifth anniversary of the Macau handover, etc Awarded “First-class State Announcer in China” in 2005 Invited by US Department of State to tour the country in 2001 under the “International Visitor Program” Presenter
Anthony Yuen A seasoned commentator with a wealth of journalistic experiences. He studied in Taiwan and the US. His program “Talk with World Leaders” gives Chinese audiences a closer look at global figures such as: former PM of Italy Mario Monti; William Cohen, former US Secretary of Defense; Russian President Vladimir Putin; Yingluck and Thaksin Shinawatra, current and former PMs of Thailand; former UK PM Tony Blair; former Pakistani president Pervez Musharraf; former UN Secretary General Kofi Anan; former US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton; Australian PM Kevin Rudd; President of Israel Shimon Peres; amongst other movers and shakers of world politics Chief Commentator
He hosts “Lawrence’s Viewpoint” of “Phoenix Horizons” prime time series on Phoenix Chinese Channel on Monday and “Emergent China” Lawrence has participated in the reporting and covering of significant news events, besides anchoring highly acclaimed reportage as well as the award-winning “Newsline” His distinct, direct and crystal-clear comments are his hallmark style. He has written several highly regarded and bestselling books, including “New China Premier Zhu Rongji”, “The Biography of Wang Dao Han” and “The Third Gulf War”. Commentator Lawrence Ho
Rose Luqiu “Media Figure of the Year 2011” by Nan Fang Daily China and “Female Media Award” by lady.163.com in conjunction with United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women in 2011 One of the “Top Ten Female Brands in China 2010” Special Award of the Panel Committee “Pursuit of Truth TV Heroines” at China TV Award 2009 Studied at Harvard University in 2006-07 on Nieman Fellowships for Journalists The first Chinese female reporter to have entered Baghdad during the Iraq War in 2003 Named in the "Forging Ahead 200" to confirm her vitality and ahead-of-time standing selected by New Weekly in 2005 One of the “Top 100 Chinese Celebrities” by Forbes in 2004 “Reporter of the Year” by Sohu in 2004 One of the “20 Most Enviable Women in China” by Madame Figaro China in 2003 Her book titled “Reporting Journal of Rose Luqiu” was awarded “The 2nd Chinese Reporting Literature Award Zheng Tai Prize” in 2003 Commentator