ABC launches Chinese information site WU YIYAO

The Australian Broadcasting Corp launched what is claimed to be the first dedicated Chinese-language website and mobile information platform by a mainstream Western media company.

Australiaplus.cn was launched in Shanghai on Thursday, and has been registered with China's Internet regulator.

Focused on providing wider information services for both Chinese living in Australia and in China rather than straight news, including content about overseas study, travel, investment and other business and cultural subjects, its creators hope the new site will help increase cultural and commercial links between China and Australia.