From the Star Online:
The Chinese government will allow only shows it deems “inspiring” to be aired domestically, beginning in February.
“The country’s TV stations should only screen ethically inspiring TV series during primetime,” an executive from the State Administration of Radio Film and Television said. “This year will be a special year for all TV programmes to create a good environment and conditions.” [Full Text]
See also the South China Morning Post’s piece on the new campaign, with a more fulsome explanation of the political implications.
