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Asia Insight

Asia Insight

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An in-depth portrait of Asia today, covering its dynamism as a center of growth as well as its traditions tossed around by the advance of globalization.

Season 2 Episodes

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Episode 17: Empowering the Disabled in Bhutan

May 17, 2013 · 28m

In Bhutan, there is a traditional belief, which stems from Tibetan Buddhism, that people with disabilities are suffering karmic retribution from past lives. Although attitudes are slowly changing there is still a lot of stigma attached, with many parents going as far as hiding their disabled children away at home.

Episode 18: China's Social Business

May 24, 2013 · 28m

This episode of Asia Insight follows a social business that has been trying to improve the lives of Chinese farmers for the past 20 years

Episode 22: South Korea's Foreign Labor Policy: 10 Years On

Jul 5, 2013 · 28m

With more than 70% of young South Koreans going on to further education, the country is facing a chronic shortage of manual workers in its medium and small sized factories. Seeking to resolve this problem, 10 years ago, the government instigated the Employment Permit System whereby it has opened its doors to foreign workers. Although South Korea has achieved much international acclaim for this policy, there may be negative consequences for some of the country's domestic workers.

Episode 26: Indonesia's Waria

Aug 9, 2013 · 28m

Indonesia has the largest Muslim population of any country, but for many years, many schools of Islam have stigmatized Indonesia's transgender people, known as Waria. However, in recent years, Waria have started asserting their rights, and some religious leaders are now showing increasing acceptance. We report from Indonesia where Waria are demanding greater participation in the community, and look at how society itself is gradually becoming more tolerant.

Episode 27: Bride Kidnapping in Kyrgyzstan

Aug 23, 2013 · 28m

In Kyrgyzstan, a small country in Central Asia, the institution of marriage is troubled by the serious social problem of "bride kidnapping". Women are abducted and forced to marry men they have never met. A traditional practice of Kyrgyzstan's formerly nomadic people, during the Soviet years and since independence the custom has taken on a criminal character. It leaves deep scars in its victims, and 2012 saw a series of kidnapping-related suicides.

Episode 30: China's Rapidly Aging Society

Sep 13, 2013 · 28m

A succession of population policies - first encouraging childbirth and then enforcing one-child families - has brought on one of China's most pressing problems, its ever growing aging population. Adequate laws, support systems and care centers have yet to be developed and the country is facing a major crisis. In this episode of Asia Insight, we follow the efforts of private enterprises and caring individuals who are trying to give the senior citizens of China the support and respect they need.

Episode 32: Young Cambodians Bear the Future

Sep 27, 2013 · 28m

Cambodia is going through a dramatic transformation, with its GDP jumping three-fold over the past 10 years, thanks to heavy foreign investment. Prolonged internal conflict in the 1970's however, saw thousands of innocent lives perish and created deep scars for this ancient empire. Now, a new generation is finally emerging, who aim to make Cambodia a proud nation once again. This episode of Asia Insight follows the dreams and hopes of 4 young Cambodians who are active in the fields of politics, economics and culture.

Season 2 FAQ

Quick answers about this season's release timeline and episode lineup.

When did Asia Insight Season 2 premiere?

Asia Insight Season 2 premiered on January 11, 2013.

How many episodes are in Asia Insight Season 2?

Asia Insight Season 2 has 41 episodes.

What is the first episode of Asia Insight Season 2?

The season opens with Season 2 Episode 1, "Singapore and China - Ready for New Heights". It aired on January 11, 2013.

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