China

Disney Eyes China’s Content Market

November 24, 2014

In a move to cement its position in China’s burgeoning content market, Walt Disney Co. has expanded the portfolio of its 15-year partnership with state-owned Shanghai Media Group…

Youku Tudou Bags The Voice Kids Exclusive Rights

November 13, 2014

Following its deal with Endemol to produce China’s Big Brother, China’s largest online video giant Youku Tudou, has snagged an exclusive rights to produce a Chinese version of…

Xiaomi Pumps In US$1 Billion For Content Creation

November 7, 2014

Chinese smart mobile manufacturer Xiaomi, the world’s third largest brand, will invest US$1 billion in the development of TV and video content for its rapidly growing consumer market.

China’s Big Brother Set For Exclusive Web Debut

November 3, 2014

Fifteen years after debuting in the Netherlands, global reality television phenomenon Big Brother is slated for its Chinese debut on popular video site Youku Tudou in early 2015.

Manchester United Scores Chinese Wellness Partner

October 30, 2014

Club football behemoth Manchester United has secured another first in its commercial reach. This time it has collaborated with IVC in a multi-year deal as its first official…

Arsenal & Markets.Com Target Asia

October 27, 2014

ASN subscriber Arsenal FC has announced a deal with Markets.com, one of the world’s fastest growing Forex and CFD trading providers, as an official partner.

Linglong Tyre Partners FSV Mainz 05

October 22, 2014

Bundesliga club FSV Mainz 05, which is currently unbeaten after 8 games in its league campaign, has signed a one-year advertising deal with Chinese tyre manufacturer Linglong Tyre.

Universal Studios Set To Open Theme Park In Beijing

October 14, 2014

Universal Studios will open a US$ 3.3 billion theme park in the Chinese capital in 2019, the US-based company announced with its Chinese partner, Beijing Shouhuan Cultural Tourism Investment…

Chinese Celebrities Can Boost Kenya’s Tourism

September 30, 2014

Kenya’s tourism industry is in the doldrums, with arrivals through its two major airports declining to about 170,000 in the first half of the year, due to acts…

Jackie Chan Takes Over Son’s Endorsement Duties

September 25, 2014

International action superstar Jackie Chan, 60, has taken over his son’s endorsement duties, following the latter’s recent arrest for possessing marijuana.