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Giant rats were imported into Thailand at a time when get rich quick schemes were all the rage. Thousands of farmers leapt at the chance to breed them, lured by enormous profits. But quickly this strange trade in rodents became a casualty of Thailand economic disaster.
South African soldiers on a historic peacekeeping mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo. This short film highlights the logistical and ethical difficulties in organising peacekeeping missions in a foreign country - having to maintain peace whilst upholding one's reputation amongst the country's inhabitants - as well as shedding light on one of the world's deadliest ever conflicts.
The discovery of Asia's second largest copper deposit placed indigenous communities in fear of losing their lands and having their unique culture destroyed by global mining corporations. This film looks at their struggle, showing the lengths that some people will go to protect their heritage.
We look at the role Hindu fundamentalism has played in catalysing the nuclear arms race between India and Pakistan.
It is estimated that 60 million Chinese living in rural and remote areas eke out a subsistence existence on a meagre $90 a year. How best to improve their lot though is a matter for debate.
Exclusive behind-the-scenes access to Pauline Hanson and her 'One Nation' party.
Divine inspiration and the World Cup are just two of the factors inspiring the Thai people to bet billions of hard-earned dollars, despite the recent economic crash.
153 million child labourers live in Asia - this is the story of those employed in making matches and fireworks.
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