Still the one that I want: Greece’s prime minister wins again
Although Kyriakos Mitsotakis’ party fell short of a majority in parliament, meaning there will be a second vote, the incumbent prime minister did much better than expected. Will he be able to continue...
24 Maj 202324min
Narcos and avocados: Mexico’s diversifying drug cartels
In attempts to amass more wealth, these organisations are dabbling in newer narcotics and even taking on the mining sector. The result is taking a toll on the country’s economy. Can a 100-year-old dis...
23 Maj 202328min
Raise the roof? America’s debt-ceiling debacle
Today, the president will meet with the Republican leader in the house of representatives to try and prevent the country from defaulting. But what if they cannot come to an agreement? Britain is revie...
22 Maj 202327min
The Economist: Kissinger on avoiding world war
Henry Kissinger was one of the most influential and controversial diplomats of the 20th century. He was National Security Advisor and Secretary of State to two American presidents. Now, with China’s g...
20 Maj 202352min
Shining armour: China’s new fleet
Over the last couple of decades, the state has been making significant investments into its armed forces in an attempt to challenge America’s dominance. We ask how much further they will go. When the ...
19 Maj 202326min
In from the cold: Assad’s diplomatic redemption
Tomorrow, Syria’s president will be welcomed back into the Arab League as regional leaders meet in Jeddah. Is this the dictator’s first step in a journey to restore ties with the rest of the world? Am...
18 Maj 202323min
Better call Kissinger: an interview with the renowned diplomat
In a conversation that lasted eight hours over two days, the statesman discussed paths to peace in Ukraine, his evolving view on their NATO membership, and where China comes into play. Our crony-capit...
17 Maj 202329min
New school Thais: a military establishment voted out
Largely thanks to young, liberal citizens, a reformist third party won the most seats in Thailand’s general election. But a powerful army and influential incumbents could look to prevent its leader, P...
16 Maj 202325min
