Megan Gibson
Asian provocateurs
Malaysia's youngest MP aims to harness millions of newly eligible voters to challenge the country's entrenched political elite with his progressive Malaysian United Democratic Alliance.
Civic pride
Maverick mayors and plucky planners are springing into action to make their cities greener and cleaner – and prepare them for the big bounce back.
Swiss flair
When it comes to money and diplomacy, Switzerland is an influential global player. But do other aspects of the national brand suit a broader international role?
10 countries using their influence for good in 2020
Our annual survey judges which nations’ soft-power strengths make the grade.
Changing of the guard
A new generation of politicians, activists and educators are shaking up parts of Africa beset by corruption and inequality. We meet five pioneers determined to transform their countries for good.
Turning heads
From Belarus to Hong Kong, political uprisings defined 2020. A decade after the Arab Spring, it’s clear these movements don’t always bring change. What is the secret to a successful revolution?
Monocle preview: November issue, 2020
As a landmark US election approaches, Jane Fonda, Theaster Gates and Chris Wallace offer their thoughts on where the country should go next. Change elsewhere comes in the form of city farms, the latest…
Cities
Cambodia builds a school for mayors and we ask Arnhem’s alderman how to prepare for climate change.
