DW Akademie is mainly active in Asian countries which are undergoing major political changes. These are precisely the states in which professional media are necessary and sought after.
In Southeast Asia, these countries include Myanmar, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, Indonesia and East Timor. In South Asia they include Pakistan, Nepal and Bhutan. In addition to the above countries, DW Akademie also works regularly with many broadcast stations and institutions in China.
DW-Akademie works closely with the following institutions in Asia:
• Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union (ABU), Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
• Asia-Pacific Institute for Broadcasting Development (AIBD), Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
• Asian Media Information and Communication Centre (AMIC), Singapore
• Lao National Radio (LNR), Vientiane, Laos
• Lao National Television (LNTV), Vientiane, Laos
• Radio the Voice of Vietnam (VOV), Hanoi, Vietnam
• Vietnam Television (VTV), Hanoi, Vietnam
• Cambodia Communication Institute / Royal University of Phnom Penh
• Association of Community Radio Broadcasters Nepal, Kathmandu, Nepal
• Bhutan Broadcasting Service Corporation, Thimphu, Bhutan
Andrea.Ruebenacker(at)dw.de
This blog focuses on media development across Asia. Find out about current projects in your region, journalism tips, and progress in media development.
