China Hosts 2016 Training Course on HDTV Technology Management for Broadcasting and Television in Developing Countries

In 2016, China invited 37 highly-skilled technicians from 13 developing countries** to the 2016 Training Course on HD Technology Management for Broadcasting and Television in Developing Countries (also known in Chinese as the “2016年发展中国家广播电视高清技术管理培训班”).

On April 12th, 2016, 3 Samoan students met with Chinese Ambassador Wang Xuefeng before the seminar to discuss their attendance. On May 4th, 2016, the welcoming ceremony for the participants was held at the Communication University of Shanxi.

The seminar was organized by the Chinese Ministry for Commerce and undertaken by the State Administration of Press, Publication, Broadcasting and Television Programs in Beijing, China. The course took place over four weeks.

The goal of the seminar was to provide information on technology related to radio and television, as well as information regarding the Chinese development of the Chinese radio and television industry. Loan applications and disbursements are still being received and processed as the projects continue to evolve.

Ongoing monitoring and evaluation are in place to ensure project continuity.