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Fukushima: The Japanese Pompeii

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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.

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The hazards of reporting in Pakistan
28/12/2012 - THE WEEK IN ASIA

The hazards of reporting in Pakistan

We take you to Pakistan, where being a journalist can mean putting your life on the line. Next, we examine some of the challenges facing Japan's newly sworn-in prime minister. Finally, China tries to wean itself off imported technology and gather the know-how to go it alone.
Park Geun-hye becomes South Korea first female president
21/12/2012 - THE WEEK IN ASIA

Park Geun-hye becomes South Korea first female president

Park Geun-hye becomes South Korea's first female president. Next, health workers are in the firing line in Pakistan. Finally, Chinese artist Yue Minjun brings his grinning self-portraits to Paris. Dozens of his works and more than a hundred sketches are being put on display, making it the artist's single largest exhibition, and his first major show in Europe.
The North Korean lift-off
14/12/2012 - THE WEEK IN ASIA

The North Korean lift-off

North Korea celebrates its first successful rocket launch, a lift-off which worries the international community. Next, our reporters in India's Gujarat province introduce us to an up and coming candidate for the Indian premiership. Finally, the world pays homage to late sitar master Ravi Shankar.
Japan: is whaling heading for the rocks?
07/12/2012 - THE WEEK IN ASIA

Japan: is whaling heading for the rocks?

Japanese whale hunters are preparing for another controversial hunting season, but back home their catch is largely off the menu. Next, India stands by its steel tycoon as Lakshmi Mittal comes under fire in France. Finally, New Zealand hopes Hobbit mania will rub off on the country's crisis-hit tourist industry.
EXCLUSIVE: Afghanistan's other 'native troops'
30/11/2012 - THE WEEK IN ASIA

EXCLUSIVE: Afghanistan's other 'native troops'

We bring you an exclusive report on Afghanistan's militias, who will play a role in the country's coalition-free future. Next, is India ready for the supermarket experience? As the parliament goes to a vote, foreign companies are hoping for a good deal. Finally, are we talking "historical facts" or the ultimate provocation? Beijing's newly unveiled passport makes waves in the South China Sea.

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