Asia Compact | 18.02.2013, 19:00 UTC

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Asia Compact 18.02.2013 | 19:00 UTC Asia Development Policy Asia needs 'clean' growth Sixty percent of the world's population lives in Asia. The economic growth of the region is impressive. But Managing Director of the Asian Development Bank Rajat Nag says there are many challenges ahead. Afghan bank scandal shows extent of corruption India faces many challenges in building 'green' Emerging Asia maintains boom despite Western woes Conflict More Shiite killings in Pakistan spark outrage Leaders of Pakistan's minority Shiite community hold the government and security agencies responsible for the sectarian killings in the southwestern city of Quetta in which over 80 people lost their lives. No country for Pakistani Shiites Pakistan in 2012: Between hope and despair The 'Wahabi Republic' of Pakistan Literature A literature festival at the heart of a troubled city The organizers of Karachi Literature Festival say that they have been successful in showing the 'progressive' and 'educated' side of Pakistan to the world. Rushdie controversy resurfaces amid film protest India's artists struggle to safeguard free speech Interview: 'Mo Yan bores me to death' News Armed Conflict Militants carry out deadly attack on political office in Peshawar Gunmen have carried out a deadly attack on the compound of a top political official in Peshawar, Pakistan. There were reportedly suicide bombers involved in the raid. More DW More DW Suggestions welcome! Nominate your favorites for the 2013 Bobs Awards Do you know bloggers, journalists or net activists who fight for human rights and for freedom of speech? Nominate your favorite for the Bobs Awards. To find out how and for more information on the Bobs, go here. More DW Wonders of World Heritage Join DW for a breathtaking tour of Germany's 37 UNESCO World Heritage Sites: From the Aachen Cathedral to Muskauer Park: Park. Our eight routes highlight these unique sites with videos, photo galleries and more. Join us!   Unsubscribe   Personal Data   Feedback   Imprint © Deutsche Welle 2013