This week BBC World will be documenting Tony Blair's last days in office.  Presenter Nik Gowing will be anchoring special coverage from Westminster on the day of Blair's departure, interviewing leading politicians about his legacy and successor, Gordon Brown. Also this week, in the run up to our HK:10 season, former Asia correspondent Fergal Keane will return to Hong Kong for the 10th anniversary of its return to Chinese rule, talking to politicians, businessmen and the local people to find out how the former British colony has changed. BBC World will also be gauging the reaction to the fifth Harry Potter film as it premieres in Japan.

World Business Report delivers the latest business, economic and market news from the world's leading financial capitals. This week, in the run up to BBC World's HK:10 season, presenter Juliana Liu marks the 10th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to Chinese control by talking to financial secretary Henry Tang (pictured) about whether the business world's fears for a Hong Kong under Chinese rule were justified. Also, Asia Business Report has coverage from the World Economic Forum in Singapore where business and government leaders will be looking at the shift in economic power towards Asia, fuelled by the rise of China and India.


(Duration: 15 & 30 minutes)

The World Debate focuses on issues affecting the world today. As Zimbabwe's political parties and politicians regroup and re-define their politics and positions, The World Debate asks how the country's neighbours can help Zimbabwe foster political inclusiveness, transparency and stability. Nik Gowing (pictured) hosts the discussion with leading political and business figures to talk about possible African strategies for Zimbabwe. 


(Duration:30 minutes)

Saturday 23rd June at 1510

Repeated: Saturday 23rd June at 2210; Sunday 24th June at 0410; Sunday 24th June at 1010 &

Sunday 24th June at 2010

Ethical Man - Justin Rowlatt (pictured) and his family spent a year living an environmentally friendly life. They cut their carbon footprint by 20 per cent by giving up flying, discarding their car and taking energy efficient measures at home. Now Justin travels to India to further explore environmental issues. He spends time with a family whose carbon footprint is negligible and meets a 34-year-old man who he will try to make-over as the Indian Ethical Man.


(Duration: 30 minutes)

Wednesday 27th June at 2230

Repeated: Thursday 28th June at 1230; Thursday 28th June at 1530[A.Pa]; Friday 29th June at 1830;

Saturday 30th June at 0430+~  & Monday 2nd July at 1030

John Simpson (pictured), the BBC's highly respected world affairs editor, presents Simpson's World. Speaking to Sir Sherard Cowper-Coles, the British ambassador in Kabul, John quizzes him on the volatile situation in Afghanistan, and what the future might hold.

(Duration: 30 minutes)

Saturday 23rd June at 0430

Repeated: Saturday 23rd June at 0830 & Monday 25th June at 1030