Australian Public Broadcaster to Step-Up Presence in Asia-Pacific Amid China Competition

Australian Public Broadcaster to Step-Up Presence in Asia-Pacific Amid China Competition
An employee walks past the logo of the ABC located at the main entrance to the ABC building located at Ultimo in Sydney, Australia, on June 5, 2019. AAP/David Gray
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The head of the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) says the national broadcaster is looking to ramp up its presence in the Asia-Pacific seven years after it closed a dedicated service to the region.

The move comes as competition for influence in the immediate South Pacific region heats up between Beijing and democratic allies.

Daniel Y. Teng
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Daniel Y. Teng is based in Brisbane, Australia. He focuses on national affairs, including federal politics and Australia-China relations. Got a tip? Contact him at [email protected].
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