Affairs
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Siargao, The Philippines
This tiny Philippine island is determined to build its tourism industry in a different way to its bigger and busier neighbours.
Mérida, Mexico
The Yucatán capital is having a moment in the sun as a new wave of artists, architects and restaurateurs put down roots.
Prepare for departure
A Moroccan cop, a Florentine city father and a Greek-Cypriot chanteuse are just a sample of the fascinating folk you’ll encounter as you journey through this latest issue.
Civil service
It’s a valued institution but its reputation has been under fire: Monocle explores the complex role of the Guardia Civil.
Defence
Airbus gets a much-needed military order while Canada’s navy searches for more seamen (and women).
Eastern promise
In our new feature we’re heading to one nation per month to look at the ideas, practices and customs that are worth exporting. First up, Japan – policymakers take note.
Politics
A cabinet reshuffle in Peru and how environmentalism could shake up the EU elections.
Cities
Athens’ outgoing mayor shares advice for his successor and Montréal’s shops start talking the talk.
Waiting game
Surely Vladimir Putin’s grip on power won’t last forever? We meet the activists preparing for Russia’s future.
Making tracks
Two German activists are touring Europe's classrooms, championing a proposal to hand every 18-year-old a free Interrail pass — betting that shared rail journeys can mend a fractured continent.
