A Close Up Look at How the Chinese Regime Censors the Media

Over twenty mainland reporters spoke with Hong Kong media about their experiences

Journalists attend a press conference of 19th CCP National Congress at the Great Hall of the People on October 17, 2017 in Beijing, China. The 19th CPC National Congress will be held in Beijing from Oct 18 to 24. VCG/VCG via Getty Images

It’s well known that China enjoys very little freedom of the press. Based on the 2018 index from Reporters Without Borders, China is ranked 176 out of 180 countries listed.

Hong Kong’s Initium Media interviewed 23 Chinese reporters on different beats from around the country about their professional experiences. To protect the journalists’ identities, each was assigned a number that was used in the report.