In a special series of programmes entitled China's World, BBC World Service explores the complex image of contemporary China.

Beginning on Monday 7 March 2005, BBC World Service radio broadcast a season of exciting and diverse programmes from the UK and China itself.

Throughout the Season you can keep up with the latest in-depth reports and analysis from the BBC.

There will be a range of BBC programmes focusing on the country with the world's biggest population. Click here to see a complete list of programmes on television and radio.