Politics
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Happy Valley
In just 30 years, Bhutan has gone from underdeveloped status to having the highest per capita GDP in South Asia. But does the march towards modernisation threaten its Gross National Happiness?
Oceania
An island-hopping Pacific flight path, a debate on independence in New Caledonia and a voice for Kiwi expats.
Africa and Middle East
The style of Egypt's military leader, an unusual Israeli settler and an election to keep an eye on in Malawi.
Asia
The Timor-Leste prime minister's motorcade, the benefits of Shanghainese and the fate of bluefin tuna in the waters off Japan.
Power players
Michael Dobbs and Adam Price have each created ingenious hit political dramas. They sit down to discuss their forthcoming collaboration and the artistic opportunities of a new broadcasting landscape.
The big city
Santa Cruz, Bolivia's economic powerhouse, has an independent spirit that clashes with President Evo Morales' socialist government. As the nation's breadbasket and fuel hub, it's a city Morales can't afford to lose.
Meet the top dogs
If your frosty international relations need melting, a big, friendly dog may do the trick. We meet four important members of the diplomatic staff.
Europe
The style of Turkey's embattled prime minister, a controversial new development around Belgrade and a Hungarian election watch
Africa/Middle East
The view from Gaza, a less than democratic election in Algeria and analysis on South Africa.
