Chinese nationalists and state media express approval of U.S. cuts to Voice of America and Radio Free Asia, which have been long criticized for their human rights reporting on China. The recent executive order under President Trump threatens the operations of these outlets, leading to paid leave for many employees and funding termination for Radio Free Asia.

The recent budget cuts to Voice of America (VOA) and Radio Free Asia (RFA) have garnered approval from Chinese nationalists and state media, as these U.S. government-funded outlets have long been criticized for their reports on human rights abuses in China. These organizations have played a crucial role in providing news to regions with limited access to accurate information, broadcasting in several languages including Mandarin and Tibetan.

In the context of rising tensions and opposition to American influence, Chinese media, including the Global Times, have celebrated the challenges faced by these U.S.-funded entities. The Communist Party has consistently viewed VOA and RFA as tools of Western propaganda, with state-run publications labeling them as “frontline propaganda tools” and “lie factories.”

These media cuts come after an executive order signed by President Trump, initiating the dismantling of the Agency for Global Media, the overseeing body for these outlets. Consequently, hundreds of VOA employees were placed on paid leave, with RFA announcing the termination of its federal grants shortly after the order took effect, raising concerns about the future of independent reporting from these organizations.

The article highlights the approval among Chinese nationalists for the U.S. budget cuts to Voice of America and Radio Free Asia, which have been criticized by Chinese authorities for their reporting on human rights issues. The dismantling of the Agency for Global Media raises serious questions regarding the viability of these critical news outlets.

Original Source: www.nytimes.com

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