CMG Signs MOU with Malaysian National News Agency

On November 5, 2024, China Media Group (中央廣播電視總台) signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama) during Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s four-day working visit to China. Both countries’ prime ministers witnessed the document exchange ceremony. The agreement establishes a routine cooperation mechanism between the two mainstream media organizations, focusing on content sharing, joint program production, and personnel exchanges. This partnership aims to expand cultural communication channels and contribute to the development of China-Malaysia relations. Bernama, Malaysia’s official news agency, was established by an Act of Parliament in 1967 and began operations in May 1968.

Activity Country:
China, Malaysia
Event Date:
05.11.2024
Activity Category:
Media Engagement Activity
Activity Type:
Media Cooperation Agreement
Archived Source:
http://web.archive.org/web/20250404142511/https://www.cctv.com/2024/11/06/ARTIOKQHPUyvZTfy1xnbaVrM241105.shtml

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