Accusations of intimidation in the wake of China train crash - Australia Network

In recent weeks, China has been showing off its first high speed trains - the beginning of a network Beijing hopes symbolises its spectacular transition from third world state to economic superpower.

But at the weekend there was a train crash south of Shanghai, which not only killed dozens of passengers, but also undermined China's proud boasts.

Families of the victims are accusing the authorities of intimidation and cover-up, and even the normally docile state media have criticised the official response as a public relations disaster.

China Correspondent Huey Fern Tay reports.

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