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Dogged diplomacy
Last year we ran a feature on Ambassadogs. After a considerable amount of diplomatic pressure we are delighted to throw open the chancery gates for ‘Ambassadogs II’.
Hidden depths: Trabzon
The people of Trabzon in Turkey are tough, patriotic and proud of their culture, be it guns or folk dancing. We look at the region's tourism industry and find out what's holding it back.
State of the news
Burma's national broadcaster, MRTV, was once a government mouthpiece. As the country slowly turns to democracy, Monocle films goes behind the scenes to see if it can change with the times.
Senior style in Japan – living the good life at 80
For many older people in Japan work isn’t just a way to keep busy but also a source of happiness and wellbeing. From a 71-year-old barber to a 100-year-old café owner, Monocle visits Japan’s…
Yuichiro Miura
Legendary mountain climber Yuichiro Miura, who made headlines for conquering Everest at the age of 80, talks inspiration, near-disasters and his passion for steak.
Friends in high places
Japan's Foreign Ministry employs thousands to build international relationships. As the nation emerges from its post-war pacifist stance, diplomacy is more important than ever to prime minister Shinzo Abe's government.
Expo 81: Face of a nation
Japan’s cuddly corporate mascots are a central part of the nation’s identity. We meet the celebrated yuru-kyara creations and the people who bring them to life, exploring their huge and growing popularity.
Oceania
Australia's food bowl for Asia and the rise of the kiwi (the currency rather than the bird - or the fruit).
Drawn-out conflict
As an exhibition on war imagery opens at Tate Modern, Monocle visits artist George Butler. His ink-and-watercolour scenes bring a new depth to reportage often reserved for combat photographers.
Africa/Middle East
Israel's response to the Paris terror attacks and Egypt's upcoming parliamentary elections.
