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Francesco Ciccolella

Affairs

Think again

The world looks profoundly different from a year ago. What can the roaring 1920s teach us about the decade to come? And why are populists still popular?

  • The Forecast #11
  • 19 min read
Illustration of a stylized figure in a brown suit and hat with decorative swirls, holding a drink.
Defence

Defence

Trouble in Afghanistan, Mexico and Canada make a deal, plus China’s new toy.

  • Issue #119
  • 4 min read
Three soldiers in desert camouflage patrol a dusty road, one carrying a metal detector to sweep for improvised explosive devices.
Diplomacy

Diplomacy

Sweden’s ambassador to Finland, soft power in Spain and Taiwan is tuning in.

  • Issue #119
  • 4 min read
An older man in a suit gestures while speaking from an armchair in an elegant, art-filled sitting room with a fireplace and bookshelves.
Urbanism

Cities

Oslo’s governing mayor on how to green a city, a Mexican city gets a rebrand, car-sharing in Slovenia and Berlin’s rooftops are blooming.

  • Issue #119
  • 4 min read
Two men shake hands on stage while exchanging an award at the European Green Capital ceremony, with a woman applauding in the background.
Affairs

Be our guest

A warm welcome shows the world what you’re made of. With the help of Monocle readers, we’ve compiled our new Hospitality Survey, from national image-making to the best in business.

  • Issue #90
  • 23 min read
Be our guest
Affairs

Home away from home

Residents of Lebanon’s Chouf region meet weekly at Beirut's Moukhtara Palace. Greeted with Turkish coffee, Arab hospitality makes them feel at home, continuing a centuries-old political and social tradition.

  • Issue #90
  • 4 min read
Home away from home

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