Shenzhen's Siren Song: Asia Pacific Media Outlets Entangled in Beijing's Web The recent partnership between SCMP and Nanfang Media Group, forged ahead of the Apec summit in Shenzhen, has sparked debate about its implications for regional journalism.
On closer inspection, what appears to be a harmonious media collaboration reveals itself as a complex web of interests.
Some have questioned whether this is simply another example of Beijing's efforts to consolidate its grip on regional narratives.