The Globalist
Olaf Scholz’s US trip, the latest on Ukraine and Dutch coalition talks
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8 February 2024
Episode 3263
58 minutes
We discuss German chancellor Olaf Scholz’s trip to Washington, as he tries to bolster US support for Ukraine. Plus: Dutch coalition talks, fashion news and the UAE’s luxury property boom.
8 February 2024
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