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Japan's heroes: nuclear workers on the frontline

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This special edition of the Week in Asia is devoted to Japan. We take a look at the Fukushima plant, where dozens of workers are risking their lives to minimise radioactive leaks. Thousands have fled their homes to escape the nuclear threat; we bring you their tales of survival. Finally, how have the earthquake, tsunami and nuclear crises impacted on the country’s government?

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