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HAO XIE

Imm. Beem, Rue Nicolas Sursock, Beirut

Summary

International communications specialist with 6 years of experience at China’s national news agency, including frontline work as a war correspondent. Skilled in global communication strategies across China, Africa, and the Middle East, with a strong legal background and expertise in external communications, stakeholder engagement, and enhancing brand reputation. Experienced in working with governments and cross-cultural teams, adept at adapting to global media trends, strategic problem-solving, and collaboration to support international growth.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Bureau Chief, Beirut Bureau

Xinhua News Agency
10.2023 - Current

• Delivered real-time reports and in-depth analyses on the border tensions between Lebanon and Israel under high-pressure conditions, which were featured in over 200 Chinese and international media outlets, shaping global perspectives on the conflicts.

• Led strategic partnerships with over 10 major Lebanese media outlets, including the Lebanese National News Agency, Al Akhbar, An Nahar, and Al Liwaa, with over 100 articles published on their newspapers and websites, further enhancing China’s presence in Lebanon.

• Reported over 100 news pieces per month on Lebanon and the Middle East in English and Chinese, and conducted high-profile interviews with politicians, scholars, and business leaders, developing strategies that created globally resonant narratives.

Bureau Chief, Dar Es Salaam Bureau

Xinhua News Agency
08.2021 - 10.2023

• Led coverage of political, economic, and cultural developments in Tanzania from a Chinese perspective, fostering deeper understanding and stronger partnerships between China and Africa, promoting China’s Belt and Road Initiative in East Africa.
• Conducted exclusive interviews with high-profile African dignitaries, including the Tanzanian Foreign Minister and East African Community Secretary, delivering unique insights that reached millions of Chinese readers.
• Provided strategic investment and policy recommendations to key Chinese leaders, successfully helping lift financing restrictions on Chinese enterprises in Tanzania, which directly expanded China’s engagement and business presence.

Journalist, Beijing Bureau

Xinhua News Agency
07.2018 - 08.2021

• Maintained strong relationships with Chinese government departments and industry experts in fields like technology, law, and agriculture. Produced a series of in-depth reports on these areas that attracted the attention of China’s top decision-makers, with several reports receiving direct feedback and directives from high-level policymakers.

• Focused on narrating China’s story to a global audience using engaging and accessible storytelling techniques. Covered China’s first successful private rocket launch at the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, with reports adopted by over 1,000 media outlets worldwide, including The New York Times, Reuters, and AFP.

• Enhanced reporting by leveraging multiple media formats, including text, images, and videos. Utilized platforms like YouTube, Facebook, and TikTok to broaden the reach and impact of reports, increasing global engagement and ensuring diverse audiences received comprehensive and compelling coverage.

Education

Master of Laws -

China University of Political Science And Law
Beijing, China
07.2018

Bachelor of Laws -

China University of Political Science And Law
Beijing, China
07.2016

Exchange -

University of California
Davis, America
12.2016

Certification

  • China's Legal Professional Qualification Certificate
  • China National Press Award

Timeline

Bureau Chief, Beirut Bureau

Xinhua News Agency
10.2023 - Current

Bureau Chief, Dar Es Salaam Bureau

Xinhua News Agency
08.2021 - 10.2023

Journalist, Beijing Bureau

Xinhua News Agency
07.2018 - 08.2021

Master of Laws -

China University of Political Science And Law

Bachelor of Laws -

China University of Political Science And Law

Exchange -

University of California
HAO XIE