Asia Insight

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  E1Myanmar People Surviving in a Chinese Border City

  Jan 9, 2026· 28m

  After a military coup d'etat in Myanmar, a growing number of citizens have rushed to the Chinese border city of Ruili, struggling to rebuild their lives as they hope for the day when peace returns.

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  E2Searching for Vietnam's Lost Families

  Jan 16, 2026· 28m

  Fifty years after the end of the Vietnam War, many people still search for family separated in the chaos. YouTuber Tuan Vy uses his channel to track down clues and reunite loved ones.

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  E3The Giant Project Changing Hong Kong

  Jan 23, 2026· 28m

  Large-scale development in Hong Kong's northern area is building a high-tech industrial base, boosting the economy and jobs. Though mainlanders hold high expectations, some locals face eviction.

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  E4The Online Casino Crisis in the Philippines

  Jan 30, 2026· 28m

  Government-approved online casinos have provided a major source of national revenue in the Philippines, but their availability has brought a crisis where citizens develop severe gambling addictions.

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  E5A New Passion for Pets: Thailand

  Feb 6, 2026· 28m

  Thailand is experiencing an unprecedent boom in pet ownership, and pet-friendly hotels, movie theaters, and other facilities are on the rise. We explore how this is affecting local life.

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  E6The Unmarriageable Men: Woes in China's Farming Villages

  Feb 13, 2026· 28m

  A population imbalance has occurred in China where men outnumber women, and men in farming villages face difficulties when trying to marry, with expectations from women such as a condominium and car.

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  E7"Haenyeo" Women of the Sea: Saving Tradition in South Korea

  Feb 20, 2026· 28m

  South Korea's Jeju Island is home to the free-diving women fishers called "Haenyeo." As their numbers dwindle due to aging, a new generation attempts to carry on the culture in their own way.

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  E8Migration for Education: Chinese Families Rush to Thailand

  Feb 27, 2026· 28m

  Many Chinese families choose educational migration to Chiang Mai to enroll their children in international schools, avoiding intense academic pressure and giving new options for their futures.

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  E9A New Stage for Taiwanese Puppetry

  Mar 6, 2026· 28m

  In Taiwan, traditional puppet theater is enjoying a resurgence, capturing the hearts of young fans, and finding new audiences through video and social media.

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  E10Defecting to Democracy: Myanmar

  Mar 13, 2026· 28m

  As Myanmar's civil war drags on, some soldiers are defecting, unhappy with the military's violent oppression of civilians. They are joining the fight for democracy from the country's border regions.

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  E11Fighting for Democracy: Young Voters in Bangladesh

  Mar 20, 2026· 28m

  Bangladesh has held its first general election since antigovernment protests in which 1,400 protestors were killed. We join young voters who carry on the will of those who lost their lives.

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  E12Leading My Own Life with a Disability: Mongolia

  May 29, 2026· 28m

  In Mongolia, citizens with disabilities struggle with accessibility and isolation. One group of people with disabilities has launched an NPO to support members' independent lives and social inclusion.

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  E13Survivors Battling Leprosy: Indonesia

  Jun 12, 2026· 28m

  With nearly 15,000 a year, Indonesia has the third most cases of leprosy in the world. We meet survivors working to support patients, and fight discrimination.

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  E14China's Aspiring AI Entrepreneurs

  Jul 17, 2026· 28m

  In recent years, young entrepreneurs have flocked from all over China to Liangzhu, an area that has become known for AI-based business development, searching for newfound freedom and opportunities.

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  E15Himalayan Cheese to the World: Nepal

  Jul 31, 2026· 28m

  Known as the hardest cheese in the world, Nepal's traditional chhurpi is facing a serious shortage of makers. Young Nepali entrepreneurs are now building a new future for chhurpi in overseas markets.

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  E1From the Rubble to the Stage: Hualien County Taiwan

  Jan 3, 2025· 28m

  The indigenous Taroko people are taking the stage to perform traditional songs and dances to entice visitors back to their famed Taroko Gorge after being impacted by a major earthquake in April 2024.

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  E2Ethnic Minorities Leading the Coffee Rush: Yunnan, China

  Jan 24, 2025· 28m

  As the coffee market in China rapidly grows, ethnic minorities in Yunnan Province, which makes 98% of all Chinese coffee, are developing a unique specialty coffee brand using their local customs.

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  E3Consequences of the Canal: Cambodia

  Jan 31, 2025· 28m

  Cambodia has set out to build a historic new canal. While some have high hopes of business opportunities and economic stimulation, concerns remain about the displacement of around 1.6 million people.

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  E4Chinese Women Falling for Virtual Romance

  Feb 7, 2025· 28m

  Recently popular in China are "otome games" allowing female gamers to experience romance with male characters. Services providing costumed dates have emerged as a related business for fans.

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  E5Searching for "Stolen Children": East Timor

  Feb 14, 2025· 28m

  During Indonesia's occupation of East Timor, thousands of children were separated from their families and taken to Indonesia. One project seeks to reunite these "Stolen Children."

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  E6Women Entrepreneurs on the Rise: Cambodia

  Feb 21, 2025· 28m

  Cambodia has witnessed remarkable economic growth, and women are on track to be the next driving force. With government support, more women are opting to launch their own businesses.

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  E7Women Forbidden from Divorce: The Philippines

  Feb 28, 2025· 28m

  Divorce is illegal in the largely Catholic Philippines, but as a bill for legalization is to be deliberated by the senate, women enduring domestic violence advocate the controversial bill.

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  E8The Battle of Journalists in Bangladesh

  Mar 7, 2025· 28m

  Following 15 years of strict censorship under the former administration, Bangladeshi journalists are now seeking the truth and freedom of press in order to regain the trust of the people.

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  E9Sowing Sustainable Seeds: South Korea

  Mar 21, 2025· 28m

  Climate change has seen vegetable harvests fall in South Korea. One group of women is embracing hardy organic techniques, while the government is training a new generation of farmers with technology.

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  E10A Life Continued with Slate: Nepal

  Mar 28, 2025· 28m

  Alampu Village, located high among Nepal's Himalayas, had long been a location of handmade slate production by the Thami people, but modernization has changed life there over the last 20 years.

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  E11Live Recruiters for Factories: Shenzhen, China

  Apr 18, 2025· 28m

  In Shenzhen, factories rely on recruiters using streaming to attract temporary workers to suit the workload. Many young people attempt recruiting to earn a good living among the changing times.

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  E12Our Home on Stage: The Philippines

  May 23, 2025· 28m

  In the Philippines, a lengthy COVID-19 lockdown sparked unemployment that broke families apart. One theater troupe offers sanctuary to kids who support each other through life's hardships.

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  E13Night Watch - Veterans Back on Duty: Vietnam

  Jun 13, 2025· 28m

  50 years after the Vietnam War ended, some veterans are still on duty - not as fighters, but as volunteer guardians of their hometowns. We go on night patrol in Canh Thuy Ward.

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  E14Chinese Clothing Factories Struggle with US Tariffs

  Jun 27, 2025· 28m

  After US President Trump announced raised tariffs on products from China, among unsteady demand and falling rates, Chinese clothing factories seek solutions such as business with other countries.

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  E15Reintegration of Former Terrorists: Indonesia

  Jul 11, 2025· 28m

  Attacks by Islamic extremists had caused chaos in Indonesia, but social programs designed to reeducate prisoners are underway, and now the former terrorists attempt to reintegrate into society.

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  E16The Missing People: Syria

  Jul 25, 2025· 28m

  During Syria's 13-year civil war, more than 100,000 people are thought to have disappeared. In the aftermath of conflict, families are seeking truth, justice, and hope for the future.

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  E17Seizing A Dream Through Sumo: Mongolia

  Aug 8, 2025· 28m

  Many Mongolian children dream of changing their family's lives by becoming a pro sumo wrestler in Japan. We meet the members of a school sumo club as they prepare for a national tournament.

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  E18Innovating Sustainable Fashion: Indonesia

  Sep 5, 2025· 28m

  The fashion industry has faced criticism for its impact on the environment. Meet the Indonesian innovators who are using natural materials and traditional techniques to help save the planet.

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  E19The Hui: Muslim Merchants Thriving in China

  Oct 31, 2025· 28m

  In Yiwu, China, the Muslim Hui people expand trade with Arab countries using their Arabic language skills. They are becoming an essential presence as China shifts away from US trade and diversifies.

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  E20A Widening Gender Divide: South Korea

  Nov 21, 2025· 28m

  South Korea is facing a growing gender divide, fueled by a stark wage gap and cases of discrimination. This has sparked a movement of women opting out of marriage. We explore the social impact.

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  E21Searching for Cambodia's Lost Cuisine

  Dec 19, 2025· 28m

  In Cambodia, the purge of intellectuals under Pol Pot and years of war caused traditional Khmer dishes to vanish from home kitchens. Today, chefs are working to bring them back.

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  E1The Syrian Circus of Refugees: Turkey

  Jan 5, 2024· 28m

  In Turkey, one NGO gives the Syrian refugees a chance to smile again by helping them perform circuses. Now, they head out to take the stage for the kids affected by the 2023 Turkey earthquake.

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  E2Young Lives Resculpted: Jingdezhen, China

  Feb 9, 2024· 28m

  An increasing number of young people are relocating to Jingdezhen, the porcelain capital of China. They leave behind the stress of life in large cities to resculpt their own lives with a new vision.

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  E3China's Up-and-Coming Indie Animators

  Feb 23, 2024· 28m

  In China's rapidly growing animation industry, independent works are gaining attention. A dedicated film festival is held to allow young talent to be discovered, letting them follow their dreams.

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  E4Unease Along the Border: Kazakhstan

  Mar 8, 2024· 28m

  Northern Kazakhstan borders Russia and has historically been home to many ethnic Russians. However, a recent rise in Kazakh migrants to the region has led to deepening tensions between the two groups.

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  E5Rice Heritage Revival: North Borneo, Malaysia

  Mar 15, 2024· 28m

  The Kadazan Dusun people of North Borneo, Malaysia, had been losing their tradition of rice farming with the passage of time, but new efforts are being made to preserve it through sustainable methods.

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  E6Inheritors of the "Last Traditional Village": Yunnan, China

  Mar 21, 2024· 28m

  Wengding, home of the Wa people in Yunnan Province, is called China's "last traditional village," but residents have been moved away, with the village now run by an outside developer to boost tourism.

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  E7Living Among the Sinking Islands: The Maldives

  Apr 18, 2024· 28m

  In the Maldives, rapid construction of artificial islands is underway to combat coastal erosion that disrupts the lives of people near the shore, but with the construction come new difficulties.

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  E8Matchmaking for Women: India's Tradition and Beyond

  May 2, 2024· 28m

  In India, looking for a marriage partner has long been a family affair, but with more women taking an active role in society, the method and priorities of the search are starting to change.

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  E9The Honey Hunters of Bangladesh

  May 24, 2024· 28m

  For just two months every year, more than 1,000 men brave the dangers of the dense forest in order to hunt for wild honey, providing them the chance for an income where few other options exist.

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  E10From Smog to Sunshine: Mongolia

  May 31, 2024· 28m

  Mongolia's capital Ulaanbaatar suffers from severe air pollution. New designs use sunlight to ensure warm, smoke-free homes. We explore the technology and its challenges.

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  E11"Job-hunting Hotels" for Students: Shanghai, China

  Jun 27, 2024· 28m

  For just US$9 a night, young people stay in a "Job-hunting Hotel" in Shanghai while seeking post-graduation employment, even as the stagnating economy causes the number of available positions to drop.

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  E12A Heritage Handed Down in Picture Books: India

  Jul 19, 2024· 28m

  A small publisher in South India is making picture books with indigenous artists that depict their traditional art. It's part of a growing effort to preserve their disappearing culture for future generations.

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  E13Saving Schools on the Steppes: Mongolia

  Aug 2, 2024· 28m

  Elementary schools for nomadic children are closing as funding and student numbers fall. Meet an architect determined to stop this vicious cycle.

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  E14Quality Cocoa Enriches Lives: The Philippines

  Aug 16, 2024· 28m

  High-end chocolate from top-quality cocoa is a new Filipino specialty. Quality beans command good prices, changing the lives of poor rural farmers.

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  E15Caring for Aging Taiwan

  Aug 23, 2024· 28m

  Taiwan's society is aging at a rapid pace, and many choose to care for the elderly at home rather than send them to assisted living. Aiding them are caregivers from among 230,000 foreign workers.

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  E16The Rise of "New Hongkongers"

  Aug 30, 2024· 28m

  In 2022, the Hong Kong government implemented a policy attracting outside workers to combat depopulation, drawing businesspeople and families relocating to find better lives as "New Hongkongers."

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  E17Rescuing Children from Abuse: The Philippines

  Sep 6, 2024· 28m

  Cases of Online Sexual Abuse and Exploitation of Children (OSAEC) are on the rise. We visit a Filipino NGO that protects victims, and helps them to recover.

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  E18Tuning Out Poverty: Thailand

  Sep 13, 2024· 28m

  In Bangkok's largest slum, children of migrant families are taking up musical instruments to play in an orchestra in hopes of having a better future.

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  E19The Surge in South Korea's Foreign Workers

  Sep 27, 2024· 28m

  In South Korea, the labor shortage has caused a spike in foreign workers. Many of them work under harsh conditions, and grass-roots efforts are underway to ease tensions between foreigners and locals.

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  E20The Power of Bamboo: Indonesia

  Oct 11, 2024· 28m

  Once considered worthless, bamboo is in the spotlight in Indonesia. One NGO is using it to improve the environment and local livelihoods. It's also playing a role in revitalizing a local village.

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  E21Migrating to a War Zone from Nepal

  Oct 17, 2024· 28m

  For the sake of their families, Nepalese men are working for the Russian military. Wages 10 times higher than in Nepal are promised, but as many go missing, their families await word on their fate.

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  E22Disputing History in the Philippines

  Nov 8, 2024· 28m

  The exile of President Marcos Sr. was hailed as a victory for democracy in the Philippines, but with the election of his son 36 years later, shifting views affect how history may be perceived.

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  E23The "Voiceless Knights" Delivering Food: Chengdu, China

  Dec 13, 2024· 28m

  In China's rapidly growing food delivery industry, deaf workers who call themselves "voiceless knights" use apps and other tools to perform work, gaining new independence within society.

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  E24A World Heritage Town at Risk: Laos

  Dec 27, 2024· 28m

  A new high-speed rail line has sparked a massive rise in tourism to Laos's historic capital Luang Prabang. It's had a major effect on traditional local life in this World Heritage town.

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