Inside Asia

Inside Asia

A programme that captures the pulse of Asia through timely stories and key regional trends. It offers viewers a dynamic and up-to-date perspective on a fast-growing, modern Asia.

Latest Episodes

Inside Asia | 02.06.2026

Inside Asia | 02.06.2026

Politics & Economy 12:05

This week on Inside Asia, we examine how Asia is responding to growing climate and geopolitical challenges - from Việt Nam’s expanding regional diplomacy and rising food security concerns to the early impacts of El Niño across the region. The programme also highlights how communities are adapting through agriculture, culture and innovation, featuring stories of traditional music, kite festivals and heritage arts finding new life across Asia.

Inside Asia | 26.05.2026

Inside Asia | 26.05.2026

Politics & Economy 16:53

This episode of Inside Asia highlights the stories shaping the region, from Russia-China relations and Middle East tensions to Asia’s economic and cultural outlook.

Inside Asia | 12.05.2026

Inside Asia | 12.05.2026

Politics & Economy 15:34

In this week’s Inside Asia, tensions in the Middle East escalate, while Asian low-cost carriers face mounting pressure from rising fuel prices. From major geopolitical flashpoints to severe demographic shifts, the region faces evolving challenges. This episode’s deep dive explores the double-edged sword of Asia’s post-pandemic travel boom, examining how destinations are balancing the immense pressures of over-tourism with sustainable cultural preservation.

Inside Asia | 05.05.2026

Inside Asia | 05.05.2026

Politics & Economy 17:13

Inside Asia delivers a weekly snapshot of a region in motion, from high-level diplomacy and fast-growing digital economies to safety challenges and cultural stories. This episode highlights Việt Nam - Japan ties, Asia’s tech rise, and a closer look at festival crowd safety, showing how the region balances rapid growth with resilience and cultural identity.

Inside Asia | 28.04.2026

Inside Asia | 28.04.2026

Politics & Economy 09:31

In this week’s Inside Asia, tensions in the Middle East intensify, while Southeast Asia faces growing climate risks and extreme weather. From major geopolitical flashpoints to rising climate-driven displacement, the region is at a turning point. This episode’s deep dive explores how climate change is reshaping lives across Asia, and what it means for the future.

Inside Asia | 21.04.2026

Inside Asia | 21.04.2026

Politics & Economy 23:11

This episode of "Inside Asia" provides a comprehensive overview of major developments across the Asian region, focusing on diplomatic relations, energy crises, technological advancement, and cultural resilience in the face of global disruptions.

Inside Asia | 14.04.2026

Inside Asia | 14.04.2026

Politics & Economy 17:09

This episode of "Inside Asia" provides a comprehensive look at the continent's major developments, analyzing the ripple effects of geopolitical tensions on Asia's economic stability and supply chain security.

Inside Asia | 31.03.2026

Inside Asia | 31.03.2026

Politics & Economy 19:17

This episode of Inside Asia covers major regional and global developments, alongside cultural and economic trends, with a special focus on Asia’s growing youth employment crisis and the rising number of “NEET” (not in education, employment, or training) populations. Don't miss it, only on Vietnam Today.

Inside Asia | 07.04.2026

Inside Asia | 07.04.2026

Politics & Economy 12:22

This episode of Inside Asia highlights major technological and cultural shifts across the region - from Japan’s new defence strategies to the fascinating rise of AI in religious spaces, while exploring how Vietnamese traditional arts are capturing global attention.

Inside Asia | 24.03.2026

Inside Asia | 24.03.2026

Politics & Economy 22:29

This episode of Inside Asia highlights major political, economic, and cultural shifts across the region, from security challenges to the rise of AI and Asian cinema.

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