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Exclusive reports, features and analysis of political and social events from across the Asian continent. Friday at 3:45pm Paris time.

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In this edition of Access Asia, we explore why anti-Indian sentiment is rising in the United States in the wake of the foiled plot targeting a Hindu temple in Illinois. We ask the executive director of the Center for the Study of Organized Hate what'... more

Massive wildfires in Indonesia show no sign of letting up. The environmental disaster is turning into a pollution crisis across Southeast Asia, as toxic haze from the blazes spread to neighbouring countries.

In this edition of Access Asia, we find out why multiple protests have broken out in India after an investigation by The Indian Express raised concerns about the integrity of the country's Election Commission. Journalist Faye D'Souza joins us to unpa... more

In India, thousands of women have been taking to the streets calling for better protection of female students, following the suspected gang rape of a 17-year-old girl. The alleged incident in an upscale neighbourhood of New Delhi prompted authorities... more

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Aurore Dupuy
France 24 journalist covering the Japan segment
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Episode: How far will Japan go to preserve the 2,600-year-old male imperial bloodline?
Brian Quinn
Reporter covering the durian market piece in Malaysia
Unknown (reporting for Access Asia)
Episode: How far will Japan go to preserve the 2,600-year-old male imperial bloodline?
Rudranil Sengupta
Independent journalist contributing to the football and sports sections
Independent journalist
Episode: India goes football crazy: Is politics holding the country back?
Pranath Bhadani
Co-founder and business head of Sigtapul
Sigtapul
Episode: India goes football crazy: Is politics holding the country back?
Kazuhiko Maita
Founder and president of the Institute for Asian Black Bear Research and Preservation
Institute for Asian Black Bear Research and Preservation
Episode: Japan's love-hate relationship with bears
Saurav Das
Spokesperson for the Cockroach Janta Party
Cockroach Janta Party
Episode: India’s Cockroach Party fights attempts to discredit the movement
Christophe Jaffrelot
Political scientist specializing in India; research director at CNRS
CNRS
Episode: India’s Cockroach Party fights attempts to discredit the movement
Jason G. Tower
Senior Expert, Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime
Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime
Episode: ‘Scamdemic’: Inside Southeast Asia's cyber fraud industry
Wu'er Kaixi
One of the student leaders of the 1989 democracy movement in China
Former activist, Taiwan-based exile
Episode: 'The world has let this happen': Wu'er Kaixi on Hong Kong's loss of freedoms

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Core hosts and frequent contributors associated with Access Asia, providing in-depth reporting and analysis across Asia.

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 7 ratings
  • What a meaningful programme

    It looks amazing that this programme plays a great emphasis on relatively unknown news in Asia

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    vera nilsson
    South Korea6 years ago
  • Great way to stay informed about Asia

    Very good means to stay informed about Asia. Various topics that give a flavor of Asia and point out pieces of news which are generally not published in Europe.

    Keep it up

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ben CDM
    France8 years ago

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Audience notes the show consistently highlights lesser-covered Asia-focused stories.
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Listeners appreciate on-the-ground reporting and expert context across diverse topics.

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Iran war hangs over Trump's Beijing visit
Q: Does this lack of strategy benefit China at all?
Yes, the guest argues that China may benefit by not having to shoulder the full burden of a US strategy, and that Trump's approach creates openings for Beijing in diplomacy and trade, while China positions itself as a stabilizing energy partner and economic actor.
India’s Cockroach Party fights attempts to discredit the movement
Q: What do you think of the BJP's tactics to keep the movement in check?
The government is reluctant to admit failures and seems to employ strategies used against other movements, with outcomes yet to be seen as the situation unfolds.
India’s Cockroach Party fights attempts to discredit the movement
Q: How does it make you feel when you hear mainstream media questioning who's pulling the strings and thus discrediting the movement?
There is a sense of deep public distrust and perceived media capture; the movement aims to restore trust by emphasizing accountability and democratic protest.
India’s Cockroach Party fights attempts to discredit the movement
Q: And Saurav, have opposition leaders in India reached out to members of the Cockroach Janta Party? And would you want them to?
It's an open call for protest and they would welcome broad participation, but institutional support from parties remains uncertain and will depend on how protests evolve.
India goes football crazy: Is politics holding the country back?
Q: Pranath, thank you so much for coming in to speak to us. In layman's terms, what does Sigtapul do?
Sigtapul builds AI-powered medical devices that automate microscopy for laboratories and deploys point-of-care devices for doctors, enabling remote access to classifications and reports while maintaining accuracy.

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This program covers high-stakes geopolitics, economics, and social issues across Asia with on-the-ground reporting and expert analysis. Episodes thread together regional diplomacy, governance, technology, and culture, often weaving in sharp interviews with journalists, policymakers, and scholars to unpack how Asia's dynamics shape global events. A standout trait is its breadth: you'll hear field reports from multiple Asian hubs alongside rigorous commentary on topics like imperial legitimacy, market disruptions, and regional security. Listeners can expect thorough context, diverse viewpoints, and timely, data-informed storytelling intended for decision-makers, communicators, and partners tracking Asia's fast-changing landscape.

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