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NRTA lists 13 projects for third batch of its micro-drama quality programme

China's broadcasting regulator has published 13 proposed projects for the third batch of its micro-drama quality creation and distribution programme, with objections accepted until 16 November 2026.

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China's National Radio and Television Administration (NRTA) has published the third batch of proposed projects under its micro-drama quality creation and distribution programme, known as the "Five Ones" project (五个一批工程). The notice, document 广电办发〔2026〕275号, is dated 9 November 2026 and was issued by the NRTA's online audiovisual programme management department.

The NRTA said that, after recommendations from provincial regulators and central units and an expert review, 13 projects were selected as proposed recipients of support in the third batch. Titles named in the notice include 《军需处长的账本》, 《一棵苗》 and 《家里家外3》. The full list is attached to the notice.

The list is open for public comment, and objections must be submitted in writing by 16 November 2026. The NRTA said it was collecting projects for the programme in three batches.

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