Andrew Mueller
The opener
From game-changers to green capitals and suspect statues, we round up some eye-catching news from across the globe.
Defence
France reveals details of its €7bn next-generation aircraft carrier, due in 2038, as nations worldwide invest in naval power despite growing threats from hypersonic missiles.
Diplomacy
Taiwan’s representative in the US talks cat diplomacy, and Germany and Hungary fall out over football.
The opener
Rev your engines and wind down the windows as we begin our whistle-stop tour of global transport with dispatches from the first cycle to the last mile. Plus: football and dogs.
The truth hunters
Despite exile and threats from Myanmar's military regime, this US-educated journalist returns to report on his homeland's darkest chapters, driven by duty over career ambition.
Defence
The US Navy considers renaming some of its ships; Chile purchases some new missiles for its second-hand frigate; Russia’s fighter jet finds its market.
Diplomacy
Sweden’s ambassador to Finland on what keeps the two countries aligned; Israel’s recognition of Kosovo sends tempers flaring; the uae joins the space race.
Change for good
Big improvements can often come from small adjustments to our behaviour. So how can we ensure that we do things better? We asked 20 thinkers for their take.
