Christopher Cermak
Lines of defence
In an age of ideological division and looming environmental catastrophe, a nation’s ability to ensure its citizens’ safety is more important than ever.
In the swing
The stories you should be paying attention to – and the ones you might have missed.
Culture
Syrian cassette archives, an art-valuation app and an independent paper making the news in Kyiv.
Defence and Diplomacy: Global
The latest deals. Plus: Why do all its neighbours turn on North Macedonia?
Business: Global
How “Hog Kong” became a test bed for porkless pork. Plus: Glasgow’s moment to shine.
After Angela
When Chancellor Merkel steps down at the end of September, whoever takes her place will find that there’s no clear roadmap. We talk to the key parties about Germany’s future on the world stage.
Advance party
After a year of pause, Monocle’s writers look ahead. Here’s how politics, urban planning, commuting and climate change policy can move on in ways that will benefit us all.
The opener
From game-changers to green capitals and suspect statues, we round up some eye-catching news from across the globe.
