 ESPN's content will be localized and exclusively distributed and promoted by Tencent's digital platforms in China, including college basketball games, the X Games and an ESPN section on QQ.com.In July 2013, ESPN announced that it would shut down its television networks in Africa, Middle East and Israel, citing a "strategic business decision" to focus on digital content and syndication for these regions.In June 2012, News Corporation announced it would acquire ESPN's 50% stake in its joint venture ESPN Star Sports.