Bangladesh: Islamist leader's death sentence sparks deadly riots

In Bangladesh, clashes break out after a war crimes verdict that has been over 40 years in the making. Next, how do you say smartphone in Chinese? Our correspondent tells us why you may soon need to find out. Finally, we take you to visit the Afghan rehab centre that helps recovering drug addicts as young as just three years old.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

23/11/2012 - THE WEEK IN ASIA

Afghanistan: Mission accomplished for France?

As France ends its combat role in Afghanistan, we take a look at the work accomplished and the difficult handover in the key Kapisa region. Next, for his first trip abroad since re-election, US President Barack Obama turns on the charm for Southeast Asia. Finally, if you've ever dreamt of making your sports car the centrepiece of your sitting room, think Singapore: the land of the very wealthy.

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