France 24, the 24/7 international news television network based in Paris, which provides around-the-clock extensive coverage on international current affairs, has entered into an agreement with NCTC to offer France 24's English-speaking channel to more than 800 cable operators in the United States. The multi-faceted deal includes the 24/7 linear feed and a suite of digital rights including TV Everywhere and VOD.

"We are thrilled that France 24 is now available to over 800 cable operators that contract through NCTC," said Marie-Christine Saragosse Chief Executive Officer of France Médias Monde. "We know first-hand the value NCTC represents and appreciate their partnership in rolling out France 24 to viewers across the U.S."

France 24 launched in 2006 and is now available in over 180 countries. From its newsroom in Paris, France 24 is aimed at worldwide market and gives a different perspective on global affairs. With 35 nationalities working in the newsroom and 160 correspondent bureaus all over the world, the expression of diversity, confrontation of viewpoints and debate are central to the channel's programming.

In the United States, France 24 is represented by THEMA America, a subsidiary of Canal+ Group.