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The Asian Family

What family life means to Asian people in different countries

World Service,5 episodes

Episodes

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Children of Heaven – in Australia
How today's "children of heaven" are faring in Australia
03 Sep 2003,22 mins
When a Girl Marries – in Singapore
The family is under pressure in Singapore because young women postpone marriage and babies
09 Sep 2003,22 mins
One Drop of Blood – in Vietnam
How traditionally strong family ties are standing up to the pressure in today's Vietnam
16 Sep 2003,22 mins
Under One Roof – in South Korea
Different generations discuss modern attitudes to "filial piety" and the role of education
23 Sep 2003,22 mins
Live Slow, Live Long – in Japan
Secrets of long life in Okinawa, and how young people still value family ties
30 Sep 2003,22 mins