Beijing has been seeking to up its soft power across the continent in recent years, writes Dani Madrid-Morales . If the UK slashes funding for the media battle, it leaves China to grab the advantage Sign up for the View from Westminster email for expert analysis straight to your inbox Get our free View from Westminster email Get our free View from Westminster email Email * SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our Privacy notice P rime