Thailand, Cambodia: border dispute turns into hatred against France

France gets tangled up in a fierce border dispute between Cambodia and Thailand. Environmental activists celebrate as Japan cuts short this year's whale hunt. And with the Cricket World Cup under way, we report from Pakistan on the passions involved.

THE WEEK IN ASIA

Nadia Charbit

Presenter

16/03/2012 - THE WEEK IN ASIA

Anti-American sentiment on the rise in Afghanistan after rogue soldier's rampage

We examine how already fragile relations between the US and Afghanistan are being stretched to breaking point after a shooting rampage by an American soldier left 16 civilians dead. Next, we look at the latest power struggle at the top of China's Communist party. Finally, a bit of cultural diplomacy has led to a North Korean orchestra teaming up with a South Korean conductor to put on an exceptional concert in Paris.

09/03/2012 - THE WEEK IN ASIA

Fukushima: The Japanese Pompeii

A year on from the March 11 disaster, the villages surrounding Japan's Fukushima power plant remain an eerie no-man's land. Meanwhile, Chinese authorities are treading a fine line, between giving in to democratic demands and avoiding contagion. Finally, in Pakistan, being a Christian or Hindu woman now puts you at risk of a forced conversion and marriage.

02/03/2012 - THE WEEK IN ASIA

Pakistan: Out of sight, out of mind?

Pakistani authorities pull down Osama Bin Laden's old compound, less than a year after he was killed in a controversial US mission. Meanwhile, despite security risks, a Chinese village continues to "export" its workers to Africa. Finally, Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard weighs up her options after an attempt to oust her as party leader.

24/02/2012 - THE WEEK IN ASIA

Afghanistan: towards a return of the Taliban?

Another case of Koran-burning by NATO troops sparks a deadly wave of demonstrations in Afghanistan. It also offers the Taliban a new foothold in a population exhausted by years of violence. In Tibet new year began on Wednesday but the exile government has asked Tibetans to shun the festivities in a sign of protest against China. Finally, Paris hosts the first major exhibition of photographs and videos by Chinese artist and activist Ai Weiwei.

17/02/2012 - THE WEEK IN ASIA

China: Introducing the country's next leader

It was all about the future of US-China relations this week, as Chinese Vice-President Xi Jinping made a pivotal four-day visit to the United States. Next, we ask if Burma could be in for a gold-rush, as its political transition comes with new economic opportunities. And in Afghanistan, a new TV show breaks taboos and gives abused women a chance to tell their story...from behind the safety of a mask.