Japan International Broadcasting (http://www.jibtv.com/), the distribution company of NHK, and Foxtel, one of Australia’s most dynamic media companies, have announced a new partnership which brings NHK WORLD TV (www.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld) to more than 2 million residential subscribers, as well as commercial subscribers, including hotels, restaurants and hospitals, throughout Australia. The stand-alone, 24-hour, English-language television news and lifestyle network produced by NHK, Japan’s sole public, independent broadcaster, launched on Tuesday, September 3, 2013 on channel 656.
“For several years, we have been watching Foxtel grow to become one of the most exciting and forward-looking media companies in Australia,” said Yoshihiko Shimizu, president and CEO, Japan International Broadcasting. “We are pleased to partner with them to deliver a variety of high-quality and compelling international news and entertainment to their audience.”
NHK WORLD TV provides a 24-hour programming cycle, including the network’s news show, “NEWSLINE.” Complementing Australia and Japan’s shared democratic values, NHK’s objective reporting, particularly in news originating from Asia, provides balance for a more complete perspective on world affairs. The channel also offers a variety of lifestyle and cultural shows, such as “TOKYO EYE,” “Journeys in Japan,” “imagine-nation,” “ASIAN VOICES” and “Dining with the chef,” as well as an assortment of documentaries and specials. “
As Australia’s leading subscription TV platform, Foxtel is always striving to bring the latest and most relevant content to our viewers,” said Richard Freudenstein, CEO, Foxtel. “We recognize Japan as one of Australia’s most important economic partners and are thrilled to work with Japan International Broadcasting to bring vital financial and world news, as well as lively entertainment from Japan and the rest of Asia to our audience.”
NHK WORLD TV is part of Foxtel’s basic subscription package and available on channel 656, which sits among a section of the television dial dedicated to English-language international news networks. The pay-TV company distributes programming via DTH, Cable, IPTV and other services to subscribers throughout Australia. NHK WORLD TV is currently available in 260 million households across 140 countries and regions.