101 East: 2015
Season 5 of the Al Jazeera English programme 101 East began its broadcast in September 2015. The series, which first aired in 2007, is described as a weekly current‑affairs show that presents “bold, untold stories from across Asia and the Pacific.” Each episode of the season continues the programme’s mandate to deliver in‑depth reporting on political, social and cultural developments in the region, maintaining the fo
Season 5 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Season 5 of 101 East premiered on Sept, 2015.
- Character alliances, factions, and personal loyalties undergo significant shifts under escalating stakes.
- Addresses unresolved cliffhangers and thematic mysteries introduced during previous seasons.
- Establishes the primary seasonal conflict that drives serialized character arcs toward the finale.
Season overview
Season 5 of the Al Jazeera English programme 101 East began its broadcast in September 2015. The series, which first aired in 2007, is described as a weekly current‑affairs show that presents “bold, untold stories from across Asia and the Pacific.” Each episode of the season continues the programme’s mandate to deliver in‑depth reporting on political, social and cultural developments in the region, maintaining the focus on stories that are often under‑reported in mainstream media. By adhering to Al Jazeera’s editorial standards, the season offers viewers investigative pieces, documentary‑style reports and interviews that explore the complexities of life in some of the world’s most populous areas. The format remains consistent with earlier seasons, delivering a single episode per week and covering a range of topics that reflect the diverse experiences of communities throughout Asia and the Pacific. Season 5 therefore extends the series’ ongoing effort to bring nuanced, on‑the‑ground perspectives to an international audience.