RTI German test transmission from Tamsui, Taiwan

Radio Taiwan International plans to broadcast its German-language program again this year from its transmitter in Tamsui. 

RTI will broadcast 10-minute test programs on Saturday, June 28, at the following times and frequencies:

Test broadcasts: on 28 June 2025 (Saturday)

15145 kHz (17:00-17:10 UTC)

11995 kHz (17:15-17:25 UTC)

11995 kHz (17:30-17:40 UTC)

9550 kHz   (17:45-17:55 UTC)

We ask you to observe the test broadcasts and report your reception observations to RTI: Email: deutsch@rti.org.tw

From the frequencies mentioned above, 2 frequencies are selected for direct broadcasts.

Official broadcast dates:

(Half an hour on one frequency from 17:00-17:30 UTC, half an hour on the second frequency from 17:30-18:00 UTC):

July 4 (Friday), July 5 (Saturday), July 6 (Sunday)

July 11 (Friday), July 12 (Saturday), July 13 (Sunday)

July 18 (Friday), July 19 (Saturday), July 20 (Sunday)

July 25 (Friday), July 26 (Saturday), July 27 (Sunday)

( RTI German Editorial Team)

RTI French tests from Tamsui

The French service of Radio Taiwan International is pleased to inform you that during the month of August 2025, we will be conducting a direct broadcast from the Tamsui transmission centre in northern Taiwan to Europe and North Africa.

In order to best prepare for this French-language radio activity, a test broadcast will be conducted on Sunday, June 29, on shortwave, at the following times and frequencies:

15145 kHz (325°), 17:00-17:10 UTC

11995 kHz (325°), 17:15-17:25 UTC 

11995 kHz (325°), 17:30-17:40 UTC

9550  kHz (315°), 17:45-17:55 UTC

Your listening reports on these 10-minute segment tests will help us identify the two optimal frequencies for the 30-minute broadcast of "Live from Tamsui" in August under the best listening conditions possible.

The program for this French-language radio activity will be broadcast on Short Waves every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from August 1 to August 31. The frequencies and schedules will be communicated to you after the test broadcast on June 29.

A special QSL card is created for all listening reports that you send to us by mail or email to the French service at  fren@rti.org.tw , both for the test broadcast and for the broadcast in the upcoming month of August.

(Source : French service, RTI  https://www.rti.org.tw/fr/index )

Taiwan Stories in Multilingual Broadcasting – Rti’s New Book ‘Shortwave Era’ Chronicles Voices Across Generations

Taiwan Stories in Multilingual Broadcasting – Rti's New Book 'Shortwave Era' Chronicles Voices Across Generations

Radio Taiwan International (RTI) published a new book focused on the evolution of the public broadcaster and how it has fulfilled its mission for a global audience since 1949.

Shortwave Era provides a detailed account of how Rti has used multilingual broadcasting to build international communication bridges, witnessing Taiwan's significant interactions with the global community. The book is now available at major bookstores, e-book platforms, and online bookstores.

Read the press release here: 

https://www.publicmediaalliance.org/rti-book-launch/

Book details :

Publisher: Mirror Literature Co., Ltd.

ISBN : 13/9786267440513

Pages : 256 Pages

Binding : Paperback

Language : Chinese/Traditional

Size/14.8x21x1cm

RTI French language special transmissions from Tamsui transmitter site, Taiwan

This year too, RTI is broadcasting its French language program directly from the Tamsui broadcasting station in northern Taiwan on several days towards France, Europe and northwest Africa.
RTI will be broadcasting 10-minute test broadcasts on Saturday, July 7th, 2024 at the following times and frequencies.

Broadcast dates and frequencies :

Test broadcasts: on July 7, 2024 (Sunday)  :

1700-1710 UTC on 11995 kHz (325 Degrees)
1730-1740 UTC on 9545 kHz (315 Degrees)
1745-1755 UTC on 7250 kHz (315 Degrees)

From the above 3 frequencies, 2 frequencies are selected for the direct broadcasts.

The official broadcast dates for the French language program are:
(Half an hour on one frequency 17:00-17:30 UTC, half an hour on the second frequency 17:30-18:00 UTC):

9th August, 2024 (Friday)
10th August, 2024 (Saturday)
11th August, 2024 (Sunday)
16th August, 2024 (Friday)
17th August, 2024 (Saturday)
18th August, 2024 (Sunday)
23rd August, 2024 (Friday)
24th August, 2024 (Saturday)
25th August, 2024 (Sunday)
30th August, 2024 (Friday)
31st August, 2024 (Saturday)
1st Sept, 2024 (Sunday)

Reports will be confirmed with a special QSL card.
A special QSL card is being printed for any listening report received as part of this "summer 2024 direct broadcast of the French service" (test phase and official broadcast). 

Submit reports using RTI web form : https://de.rti.org.tw/index/content/id/8

Or, by email to :  deutsch@rti.org.tw

Or, by post to : Radio Taiwan International, German Service, PO Box 123-199, Taipei 11199, Taiwan.

RTI German language special transmissions from Tamsui transmitter site, Taiwan

This year too, RTI is broadcasting its German-language program directly from the Tamsui broadcasting station in northern Taiwan on several days:

RTI will be broadcasting 10-minute test broadcasts on Saturday, July 6th, 2024 at the following times and frequencies.

Broadcast dates and frequencies:

Test broadcasts: on July 6, 2024 (Saturday)

1700-1710 UTC on 11995 kHz

1730-1740 UTC on 9545 kHz

1745-1755 UTC on 7250 kHz

From the above 3 frequencies, 2 frequencies are selected for the direct broadcasts.

The official broadcast dates for the German-language program are:

(Half an hour on one frequency 17:00-17:30 UTC, half an hour on the second frequency 17:30-18:00 UTC):

12 July, 2024 (Friday)

13 July, 2024 (Saturday)

14 July, 2024 (Sunday)

19 July, 2024 (Friday)

20 July, 2024 (Saturday)

21 July, 2024 (Sunday)

26 July, 2024 (Friday)

27 July, 2024 (Saturday)

28 July, 2024 (Sunday)

2 August, 2024 (Friday)

3 August, 2024 (Saturday)

4 August, 2024 (Sunday)

Reports will be confirmed with a special QSL card.

Submit reports using RTI web form : https://de.rti.org.tw/index/content/id/8

Or, by email to :  deutsch@rti.org.tw

Or, by post to : Radio Taiwan International, German Service, PO Box 123-199, Taipei 11199, Taiwan.

(Source : RTI German Service)

Radio Taiwan International announces shortwave cuts

Announcement from RTI (Radio Taiwan International):

The Central Broadcasting Station, the parent operator of Radio Taiwan International, will reduce the broadcast time and frequency of short waves in six languages from August 1, 2023 to save money.
These six languages will be broadcast in one time zone and one frequency after August 1, 2023.

The broadcast time and frequency that will continue shortwave broadcasting from August 1, 2023 are as follows :

Indonesian - 11915 kHz (10:00-11:00 UTC)
Korean - 970 0kHz (10:30-11:00 UTC)
Vietnamese - 9695 kHz (11:00-12:00 UTC)
Japanese: 9740 kHz (11:00-12:00 UTC)
Thai - 9525 kHz (13:00-14:00 UTC)
English - 9405 kHz (16:00-17:00 UTC)

RTI english transmission to Southeast Asia at 0300-0400 UTC on 15320 kHz has been dropped.

We hope you can continue to listen to Radio Taiwan International after August 1.

Submit reception reports at : https://en.rti.org.tw/index/content/id/6

Radio Taiwan International, Japanese section

(Translated from "Japanese" to "English")

Source: https://jp.rti.org.tw/news/view/id/97352

Radio Taiwan International 95th Anniversary postcard collection drive

RTI hosts international postcard collection drive

RTI is celebrating its 95th anniversary by hosting a postcard collection drive. Rti is asking listeners to send in postcards which represent an interesting aspect of their local culture, and include a message that promotes world peace. The activity also reflects the theme for this year's World Radio Day, "Radio and Peace."

Postcards received by RTI may be displayed in various locations around Taiwan, at RTI events, or read aloud on RTI broadcasts. The activity provides an opportunity for listeners to share their voice with the world.

The collection drive is accepting postcards from now until June 18. The written messages should be written in one of the 19 languages represented by Rti's radio services. Every qualifying participant will receive Rti's limited edition 95th anniversary postcard and the chance to win other exclusive gifts.

More details about the postcard collection are available at  :  https://event.rti.org.tw/dearrti/en/

(Source : RTI)

English program hosts at Radio Taiwan International English Service

English program hosts at Radio Taiwan International English Service (contract-based)

Radio Taiwan International's English service is looking for two English program hosts who can create original content and deliver live broadcasts that are essential to RTI's audience. As a program host, you will produce one radio program for RTI, Taiwan's national broadcaster, and translate brief news reports for the English service's radio, website, and social media platforms.

We are seeking individuals who are passionate about producing excellent radio programs about Taiwan. If you have little experience in broadcasting but are enthusiastic about radio, we encourage you to apply.

Job responsibilities include:

1. Developing and producing topical content for shortwave and internet radio programs

2. Writing and presenting English news stories based on Mandarin sources to keep the public informed of important events

3. Conducting interviews with guests, moderating discussions for video and audio programming

4. Attending live or pre-recorded shows and providing commentaries on a variety of topics

5. Performing other assigned duties

6. Other duties assigned

Qualifications:

1. A college degree

2. Excellent command of spoken and written English

3. Ability to comment on program content, such as Taiwan news, living in Taiwan, and/or music

4. Ability to speak and read Mandarin

5. Committed to learning and enacting best journalism practices

6. Creative problem solver with the ability to develop new ideas

7. A team player willing to assist where needed

Preferred skills:

1. Extensive knowledge of Taiwan news, life in Taiwan, and/or Taiwan music

2. Journalism experience, especially in broadcast journalism

3. Knowledge of AP style

4. Experience in radio/audio editing and/or podcasting

To apply, download an application form and consent to RTI's privacy rights agreement. Email forms to:RTI-English0314@rti.org.tw

Applications must be received by April 11.

Written and mic tests will be administered for this position. Qualified applicants will be notified via email to take the test. For more information, contact Mr. Lin at: (02) 2885-6168 #517.

Application form>>Click here  https://tinyurl.com/2p825xhx

Source : RTI

RTI German language special transmissions from Tamsui transmitter site, Taiwan

This year too, RTI is broadcasting its German-language program directly from the Tamsui broadcasting station in northern Taiwan on several days:

RTI will be broadcasting 10-minute test broadcasts on Saturday, June 25th, 2022 at the following times and frequencies.

Broadcast dates and frequencies:

Test broadcasts on June 25, 2022 (Saturday)

1700-1710 UTC on 11995 kHz

1730-1740 UTC on 11995 kHz

1900-1910 UTC on 9545 kHz

1920-1930 UTC on 7240 kHz

1940-1950 UTC on 7250 kHz

At the same times and on the same frequencies, test broadcasts of the French program will be broadcast by the Tamsui transmitter on the following Saturday, August 2nd, 2022.

Two frequencies for the direct transmissions will be selected from the test frequencies.

The official broadcast dates for the German-language program are:

(One hour on a frequency of 17:00-18:00 UTC, one hour on the second frequency of 19:00-20:00 UTC):

1) 8 July, 2022 Friday

2) 9 July 2022 Saturday

3) 10 July 2022 Sunday

4) 15 July 2022 Friday

5) 16 July 2022 Saturday

6) 17 July 2022 Sunday

7) 22 July 2022 Friday

8) 23 July 2022 Saturday

9) 24 July 2022 Sunday

10) 29 July 2022 Friday

11) 30 July 2022 Saturday

12) 31 July 2022 Sunday

Note :The French-language programs will be broadcast directly from the Tamsui transmitter in August.

Reports will be confirmed with a special QSL card.

Submit reports using RTI web form : https://de.rti.org.tw/index/content/id/2

 

Or, by email to :  deutsch@rti.org.tw

Or, by post to : Radio Taiwan International, German Service, PO Box 123-199, Taipei 11199, Taiwan.

Test broadcasts from RTI Tamsui transmitter site on July 17, 2021

RTI (Radio Taiwan International) is planning to broadcast the German-language program again this year from the transmitter in Tamsui in northern Taiwan. RTI will broadcast 10-minute test programs on four different frequencies on Saturday, July 17th. Please inform RTI of your reception observations in order to be able to select the most suitable frequencies.

Test broadcasts on July 17th (Saturday)

1700-1710 UTC on 11995 kHz

1715-1725 UTC on 11705 kHz

1800-1810 UTC on 9545 kHz

1815-1825 UTC on 7250 kHz

 

Reception reports by email to :  deutsch@rti.org.tw

Or, by post to : Radio Taiwan International, German Service, PO Box 123-199, Taipei 11199, Taiwan.

Source : https://de.rti.org.tw/radio/programMessageView/programId/2001/id/104199

RTI B20 Frequency change

Radio Taiwan International B20 Frequency Change

1600-1700 UTC on 9405 kHz (from 6th March '21) in english towards South Asia, Daily
(Ex 6185 kHz)

(Alokesh Gupta)

Radio Taiwan International’s Korean Service to be back on shortwave

                                        Two female staff in the back row are new RTI Korean broadcasters (Photo courtesy : DaeGeun Kwon) 

Radio Taiwan International announced during Facebook live broadcast for the National Day on 10th Oct'20 that Korean service will be back on shortwave by November 2020, reports DaeGeun Kwon, SWL from South Korea. 

Radio Taiwan International's Korean language service will be back on air after a break of almost fifteen years. Earlier during an award ceremony for RTI's Korean service organised by Korea Shortwave Club in Seoul in November 2019, there were requests to bring back RTI Korean service back on air. 

Radio Radio Taiwan International had launched online broadcast in Korean on 1st July, 2018 as part of Government's efforts for promoting enhanced cultural and people-to-people exchanges between the neighboring Asian countries.

Radio Taiwan International DRM/Analog special broadcasts in German language

                                               Special QSL card for 2019 Tamshui direct brodcasts

Direct broadcasts of the German-language program in August and September 2019 from the Tamsui transmitter in Taiwan:

Again this year, Radio Taiwan International is broadcasting its German-language program directly from the Tamsui transmission system to Europe on several days:

Broadcast dates and frequencies:

Frequency 11990 kHz: 17: 00-18: 00 UTC
Frequency 9540 kHz: 18: 00-19: 00 UTC

August 30 (Friday) / analog
August 31 (Saturday) / analog
September 1 (Sunday) / DRM
September 6 (Friday) / analog
September 7 (Saturday) / analog
September 08 (Sunday) / analog
September 13 (Friday) / analog (Moon Festival)
September 14 (Saturday) / analog
September 15 (Sunday) / DRM
September 20 (Friday) / analog
September 21 (Saturday) / analog
September 22 (Sunday) / analog

Source : https://de.rti.org.tw

Radio Taiwan International German test transmissions via Kostinbrod, Bulgaria

Dear listeners,

Radio Taiwan International plans to switch the provider for its broadcast of the German program on shortwave in Europe for cost reasons. 

We therefore ask you to observe the following test shipments in September 2018:

Friday, September 7th

Saturday, September 8th

Friday, September 14th

Saturday, September 15th

Each from 1900 - 1930 UTC on the frequency 5900 kHz

(Transmitter location: Kostinbrod, Bulgaria)

(Source : RTI German Website)

RTI German DRM special transmissions

Radio Taiwan International German-language special txns in #DRM mode from the Tamsui  transmitter in Taiwan:

TEST - 9th of August, 2018 (Thursday)

DRM

Frequency 11990 kHz : 1715-1720 UTC

Frequency 9700 kHz : 1815-1820 UTC

Special Transmissions :

August 26th, 2018  (Sunday) / DRM

Frequency 11990 kHz : 1700-1800 UTC

Frequency   9700 kHz : 1800-1900 UTC

September 9, 2018 (Sunday) / DRM

Frequency 11990 kHz : 1700-1800 UTC

Frequency   9700 kHz : 1800-1900 UTC

Creative Greetings Competition for RTI’s 90 th Anniversary

Hello listeners!

To mark RTI's 90 th anniversary this year, we are inviting listeners around the world to send us "creative" greetings. Entries in any format are welcome, including paintings, photos, audio recordings and videos, as long as the event logo "RTI 90" is included. There will be a cash prize for the most creative entries, and  participants can also enter our Facebook popularity award contest. Send in your entries today!

Categories: 1. Audio-visual 2. Creative cards

Entries must include the following elements:

(1) Good wishes for RTI's 90 th anniversary

(2) The event logo "RTI 90"

(3) A message for RTI

If you have any questions, please contact: rti90th@gmail.com

Website: http://90.rti.org.tw/en/greetings-en/

How to take part: (Please choose one of the following ways to register)

1. Visit bit.ly/2wYHPEJ to fill out an online registration form and upload your entry.

2. Email your entry and personal information (name, nationality, address and phone number) to rti90th@gmail.com

3. Mail your entry and personal information (name, nationality, address and phone number) to RTI PR, No. 55, Bei-an Road, Zhongshan District, Taipei, 10462, Taiwan) Entries must be postmarked by July 15 th . 

Good luck and best wishes

RTI Public Relations Office

Radio Taiwan Intl. English transmission to India - Frequency Change

Radio Taiwan International has changed its frequency to India for english transmissions with the effect from 01 February 2018 :

1600-1700 UTC (9.30 - 10.30 pm IST) - 9405 kHz ( ex 6185 kHz) 

Radio Taiwan International Frequency Changes

Radio Taiwan International Frequency Changes :

1600-1700 UTC on 6185 kHz (ex 9405) English to South Asia (From December 1st to January 31st)

1200-1258 UTC on 9545 kHz Chinese (ex. 11985)

2230 - 2330 UTC on 9735 kHz Japanese (ex. 2200 - 2300)

Radio Taiwan International special broadcasts in German in analog & DRM mode

The German service  of Radio Taiwan International will have special broadcasts during August, Septemeber and October 2017 directly from Tamshui transmitter site in Taiwan. Reception reports will be verified with a special QSL-card.

Here's the schedule :

Frequencies: 12030 kHz and 9680 kHz

Time: 1800 to 1900 UTC

Analog Txns :

August: 25 August , 26 August , and 27 August

September: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 29th and 30th 

October: 1st & 3rd 

DRM:

4 October and 10 October 2017

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China's bid to squeeze Radio Taiwan International out of AIB fails

An attempt by China to squeeze Radio Taiwan International (RTI, 央廣) out of the Association for International Broadcasting (AIB) has failed, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) said Thursday.

Full report at :

http://focustaiwan.tw/news/aipl/201707060013.aspx