With just 127 days until the 2012 US Presidential election, cable television news is gearing up for a marathon of coverage. However, from this Friday until Monday the 23rd, viewers will need to find other ways to stay informed. The site archive is a great place to start, offering a look back at how the 2008 campaign was covered. Meanwhile, 15 commentators and special guests have been invited to tour Beijing and the Xianjing Autonomous Region as part of China Radio International’s 5th Anniversary Celebration. This is in recognition of four years of live commentary on their Today program, broadcast three times a month at 3:00 am local time. It is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that is sure to be an unforgettable experience.
UK Progressive Magazine is honoured to be embarking on an exciting journey to the far western region of China. Over the course of 10 days, we will be meeting with government and business leaders, and exploring a part of the Silk Road rarely seen by outsiders. This region of China shares borders with nine countries, including Mongolia, Russia, India, and Pakistan, as well as the ‘stans. We will be exposed to a myriad of cultures within this melting pot of a region.
In recognition of this unique opportunity, UK Progressive Magazine will be taking an unprecedented step – closing down for two weeks, something that has only happened once before in our five-year history.
This Friday, our team will embark on a two-week journey to create stories about life in China. We will return on Monday, 23rd, barring any unforeseen news. We are grateful for your continued support.
Denis G. Campbell
Editor-in-Chief
