More internet users means more problems for Chinese authorities

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Updated July 29, 2009 20:44:12

The number of internet users in China is now greater that the entire population of the United States - but while analysts say the growing internet access is improving quality of life for many Chinese, it's also created a 'turf war' amongst the country's authorities.

Presenter: Stephanie March
Speakers: Sally Wentworth, public policy manager, Internet Society, Geneva; Jack Qiu, assistant professor, school of journalism and communication, Chinese University of Hong Kong

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