Radio Taiwan International (Rti) signed a letter of intent with the University of Taipei (UT) on Wednesday, September 16. The partnership aims to deepen industry-academia collaboration and establish long-term exchanges in talent cultivation, operations, and international promotion.

Rti President Chang Jui-chang (張瑞昌) and UT President Yin-Hao Elton Chiu (邱英浩) signed the document, expressing hope that both sides will make good use of their resources to expand practical exchanges and international promotion efforts.

Chang stated that as Rti approaches its 100th anniversary, the station is launching the Young Voice 100 initiative. It aims to visit 100 schools in Taiwan, allowing more young people to learn about the century-old institution. Chang noted that UT has deep expertise in education, sports, and scientific research, and expressed confidence that cooperation between the two can help Taiwan’s voice be heard around the world.

Chang said that Rti is working on Taiwan’s first mobile broadcast vehicle equipped with low-Earth orbit satellite communication technology, developed with the help of Chunghwa Telecom. The vehicle may be completed as early as the end of the year and will function as a mobile radio station. Chang expressed hope that it can one day visit the University of Taipei and help students learn about Rti’s role as the voice of Taiwan.

Chiu said future cooperation with Rti could include practical exchanges within the curriculum, like offering media-related or public communication courses. He also highlighted other possible collaboration areas, like audiobooks and jointly organizing camps.