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Asia Specific

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Asia Specific brings you essential insights and conversations on the stories and trends shaping Asia Pacific, unpacked by those who know it best. Hosted in Singapore by Mariko Oi, alongside BBC experts in Beijing, Bangkok, and beyond, you'll hear Asian perspectives on international issues and in-depth analysis on news from a region that's home to nearly 2.5 billion people.

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