More Blinken meetings: a diplomatic visit to China
Economist Podcasts19 Kesä 2023

More Blinken meetings: a diplomatic visit to China

In a first since 2018, America’s secretary of state is visiting China amid escalating tensions between both countries. Can diplomats successfully stabilise the strained relationship? Latin American countries are in a developmental limbo. We explore why this is disproportionately affecting single mothers. And, come with us to a British seaweed farm bubbling with economic potential.

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Shutting match: what will break the US federal impasse?

Shutting match: what will break the US federal impasse?

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Cocaine and able: drug runners innovate

Cocaine and able: drug runners innovate

America has been blowing up ships in foreign waters suspected of carrying drugs. That will do little to dent today’s narco-business, which is more inventive and adaptable than ever. Why business execu...

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Rock and rule: Japan’s first female PM

Rock and rule: Japan’s first female PM

Takaichi Sanae, Japan’s new prime minister, rode motorbikes and plays heavy-metal drums. Will her political ambitions be as bold? America, a nation of immigrants, is turning against new arrivals. Our ...

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Voices of Gaza: life amid a fragile peace

Voices of Gaza: life amid a fragile peace

Ten days into the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, the truce remains tenuous. Today our correspondent speaks to people on the ground in Gaza about what they expect from the future. Why global citie...

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Bolt-on charges: Trump's former adviser is indicted

Bolt-on charges: Trump's former adviser is indicted

John Bolton, a former Trump ally-turned-critic has been charged with mishandling classified information. That raises further fears that the justice department is being politicised. Why dropping a case...

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Rome run: Meloni’s surprising stamina

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When Giorgia Meloni was elected Italy’s prime minister, many people feared she would prove divisive and volatile. Instead, at a time when many other European governments have been in turmoil, her thre...

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Aid pro quo: Trump weaponises foreign help

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After cancelling much of America’s international development funding, President Donald Trump is now using that money to boost friends, allies against China and buy goods and influence. Ukraine is stri...

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Wrong side of the hack: cybercrime grows

Wrong side of the hack: cybercrime grows

Cyberattacks have brought firms like Jaguar Land Rover and Asahi to a standstill. Our correspondent asks what companies and governments should do about a rising problem. Why it is getting harder to co...

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