Kuala Lumpur – MEASAT Satellite Systems Sdn. Bhd. and Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific announced that an agreement has been signed to distribute Discovery HD channel via the MEASAT-3a satellite. Discovery HD is a premium channel that features the highest quality HD content from across Discovery Networks’ most popular channels, as well as select exclusive content. Discovery HD brings audiences closer to their world with breathtaking imagery and detail, featuring programming on the wonders of the world ranging from culture, science and natural history to travel and lifestyle themes. Discovery now operates HD services in eight markets in Asia-Pacific including Australia, Hong Kong, India, Japan, the Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, and Taiwan.