Affairs
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Africa / Middle East
How Senegal's president Macky Sall is reforming the country. Plus: Somalia's new dosh.
Defence/Diplomacy
Checking in with the Canadian Armed Forces and meeting the Norwegian ambassador in Iceland.
Gaining altitude: Afghan aviation
With Nato handing control of its airfields to Afghanistan and the impoverished nation seeking foreign investment, is the Afghan economy about to take off?
Soaring symbol
In Portugal, one swallow doesn’t make a summer: thousands of them do. Ceramic versions of the bird are produced in huge numbers and feature in most Portuguese homes. Why the avian allure?
Observation
From regularly refreshed department stores to dedicated dog buggies, Japan revels in the retail details. Tyler Brûlé explains why nobody does it better and looks ahead to our next Quality of Life Conference.
Perth: opportunity and regeneration
As Perth attempts to shed its reputation for being nothing more than a mining city we explore the architecture, art and hospitality initiatives that are shaping this outpost.
Far and wide
From peacekeeping in the Solomon Islands to scientific work at the South Pole, Australia’s worldwide reach is greater than you might think. We’ve been on a global tour to discover where Aussies rule.
Model citizens
What defines the modern Australian? Monocle meets five illustrious nationals, including a steely journalist, a hospitality hero and a barrister, to find out what makes them tick.
