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Phoenix Television officially launched in Hung Hom, Hong Kong

1996.03.31 ·Verified ·Importance IV ·Sources 2 ·Hong Kong

On the night of March 31, 1996, Phoenix Television officially launched in Hung Hom, Hong Kong, unveiling its golden station logo. Its early shareholders included Today's Asia controlled by Liu Changle, Satellite Television under Rupert Murdoch, and Huaying International representing CCTV. Before the launch, Liu Changle reported the station's stance to Beijing, establishing Phoenix's special political affiliation and licensing mechanism.

Zhou Beifang Sentenced to Death with Reprieve Over Shougang Case

1996 ·Reported ·Importance IV ·Sources 2 ·Beijing

Zhou Beifang, suspected of illegally mobilizing massive funds from Shougang to help Deng Zhifang pay off gambling debts, was sentenced by the court to death with a reprieve, while Deng Zhifang escaped legal prosecution and safely retreated behind the scenes.