Asia Insight

Season 9 Episode 14: Coronavirus Crisis: Answering the Call - Thai Monks on the Frontline

COVID-19 rages around the world and Thailand is no exception. In recent weeks, infections have dropped below 10 new cases on most days, but people continue to lose jobs. An estimated 10 million will be unemployed if economic restrictions continue. To support the needy, monks at a temple near Bangkok are running a major food distribution program. This documentary follows their activities and the people they are helping, including the family of a taxi driver put out of work by the pandemic.

Genre:

Documentary, News

Seasons:

15

Episodes:

469

Cast:

Quality:

HD

Duration:

28 min

First Air:

2012

Rating:

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