

Nikkei Asia News Roundup with Jada and Brian
NIKKEI RADIO BROADCASTING CORPORATION
From the Nikkei Asia newsroom, Jada Nagumo and Brian Chapman deliver the latest news. This all-English podcast program aims to help businesspeople catch up on what is going on in the world while also learning some English.
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Sep 5, 2025 • 13min
#83(2025.9.5)"Deadly protests in Indonesia and Thailand's political drama”
Uploaded every Friday, Nikkei Asia News Roundup delivers a collection of articles from Nikkei's English language media, Nikkei Asia.
・A selection of news headlines
・A glimpse into a notable story for deeper understanding
・A highlight of our best stories
Today we focus on:"Deadly protests in Indonesia and Thailand's political drama”
・You can read more at: https://asia.nikkei.com/Spotlight/Podcast/Podcast-News-Roundup

Aug 29, 2025 • 12min
#82(2025.8.29)"Bandai’s sprawling empire of Gundam”
Uploaded every Friday, Nikkei Asia News Roundup delivers a collection of articles from Nikkei's English language media, Nikkei Asia.
・A selection of news headlines
・A glimpse into a notable story for deeper understanding
・A highlight of our best stories
Today we focus on:"Bandai’s sprawling empire of Gundam”
・You can read more at: https://asia.nikkei.com/Spotlight/Podcast/Podcast-News-Roundup

Aug 22, 2025 • 13min
#81(2025.8.22)"China’s snooker craze and US food chains scramble in Southeast Asia”
Uploaded every Friday, Nikkei Asia News Roundup delivers a collection of articles from Nikkei's English language media, Nikkei Asia.
・A selection of news headlines
・A glimpse into a notable story for deeper understanding
・A highlight of our best stories
Today we focus on:“China’s snooker craze and US food chains scramble in Southeast Asia”
・You can read more at: https://asia.nikkei.com/Spotlight/Podcast/Podcast-News-Roundup

Aug 15, 2025 • 11min
#80(2025.8.15)"Vietnam goes from brain drain to brain gain”
Uploaded every Friday, Nikkei Asia News Roundup delivers a collection of articles from Nikkei's English language media, Nikkei Asia.
・A selection of news headlines
・A glimpse into a notable story for deeper understanding
・A highlight of our best stories
Today we focus on:“Vietnam goes from brain drain to brain gain”
・You can read more at: https://asia.nikkei.com/Spotlight/Podcast/Podcast-News-Roundup

Aug 8, 2025 • 13min
#79(2025.8.8)"Trade secret theft in tech and auto sales in Southeast Asia"
Uploaded every Friday, Nikkei Asia News Roundup delivers a collection of articles from Nikkei's English language media, Nikkei Asia.
・A selection of news headlines
・A glimpse into a notable story for deeper understanding
・A highlight of our best stories
Today we focus on:“Trade secret theft in tech and auto sales in Southeast Asia”
・You can read more at: https://asia.nikkei.com/Spotlight/Podcast/Podcast-News-Roundup

Aug 1, 2025 • 12min
#78(2025.8.1)"Bhutan wrestles with professional brain drain”
Uploaded every Friday, Nikkei Asia News Roundup delivers a collection of articles from Nikkei's English language media, Nikkei Asia.
・A selection of news headlines
・A glimpse into a notable story for deeper understanding
・A highlight of our best stories
Today we focus on:“Bhutan wrestles with professional brain drain”
・You can read more at: https://asia.nikkei.com/Spotlight/Podcast/Podcast-News-Roundup

Jul 25, 2025 • 12min
#77(2025.7.25)"Singapore's nature getaways and takeaways from Japan's election"
Uploaded every Friday, Nikkei Asia News Roundup delivers a collection of articles from Nikkei's English language media, Nikkei Asia.
・A selection of news headlines
・A glimpse into a notable story for deeper understanding
・A highlight of our best stories
Today we focus on:"Singapore's nature getaways and takeaways from Japan's election”
・You can read more at: https://asia.nikkei.com/Spotlight/Podcast/Podcast-News-Roundup

Jul 18, 2025 • 13min
#76(2025.7.18)"Japan’s rice price shock and upper house elections"
Uploaded every Friday, Nikkei Asia News Roundup delivers a collection of articles from Nikkei's English language media, Nikkei Asia.
・A selection of news headlines
・A glimpse into a notable story for deeper understanding
・A highlight of our best stories
Today we focus on:"Japan’s rice price shock and upper house elections”
・You can read more at: https://asia.nikkei.com/Spotlight/Podcast/Podcast-News-Roundup

Jul 11, 2025 • 14min
#75(2025.7.11)"New Trump tariffs and Indonesia’s talent exodus"
Uploaded every Friday, Nikkei Asia News Roundup delivers a collection of articles from Nikkei's English language media, Nikkei Asia.
・A selection of news headlines
・A glimpse into a notable story for deeper understanding
・A highlight of our best stories
Today we focus on:“New Trump tariffs and Indonesia’s talent exodus”
・You can read more at: https://asia.nikkei.com/Spotlight/Podcast/Podcast-News-Roundup

Jul 4, 2025 • 11min
#74(2025.7.4)"Singapore bets on expansion of economic engine Changi Airport"
Delve into the rapid advancements in geothermal power in Indonesia and Vietnam's retail expansion plans. Discover the impact of China's rare earth export controls on global trade dynamics. The luxury housing market in Phuket is booming as overseas buyers flock to new developments. Highlighting Changi Airport's pivotal role, learn about its ambitious Terminal 5 expansion and adaptations post-COVID. Exciting enhancements are planned, including new tunnels for streamlined travel, amidst a fiercely competitive aviation landscape.