The New York Times Chinese language website has been blocked in China ever since it published an article in October 2012 about the family wealth of Wen Jiabao, the former premier. Many news companies, including The New York Times, are hoping to tap new revenue streams in foreign markets including Asia. The newspaper last month renamed its overseas publication - the International Herald Tribune - to the International New York Times as part of the drive for global growth. For a video interview, click on http://reut.rs/1ey6IUvThe New York Times in early October launched another Chinese-language website focused on lifestyle, part of its style magazine franchise. It doesn't really address the issue of the main site," Thompson said.

Source: International New York Times May 31, 2024 06:14 UTC