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Latest Episodes
China hits back as markets tumble
We discuss the market reaction to Donald Trump’s tariffs in China and the wider region. Plus: we head to Finland for Nato’s Baltic Sentry operation, Indonesia for the latest headlines and Italy for Salone del Mobile.
Yoon Suk Yeol’s impeachment trial: the verdict
As South Korea reacts to Yoon Suk Yeol’s impeachment trial verdict, Robert E Kelly joins Georgina Godwin to discuss. Then: can Gulf Arab states prevent a US-Iran war? Plus: what’s being discussed at the first-ever EU-Central Asia summit, the latest from the world of theatre and our weekly ‘What We…
‘Liberation Day’: The EU and UK react
As Donald Trump’s tariffs take effect on ‘Liberation Day’, we discuss how US allies and markets will react. Plus: we explore Hong Kong’s new ‘tourist triangle’, The Periodic Table of States, Loro Piana’s first exhibition and Watches and Wonders in Geneva.
Tax returns: Brace for more Trump tariffs
As US president Donald Trump gets ready to unveil his ‘reciprocal tariffs’, we take a look at the hardest-hit nations and industries. Then: China launches surprise military drills around Taiwan, Poland bolsters its defences and the latest transport news. Plus: Horse Meat Disco takes you to Brazil.
Benjamin Netanyahu visits Hungary despite the ICC arrest warrant
Israel’s prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, is visiting Hungary this week, despite an arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court over war crimes. How should Europe react to Viktor Orbán’s decision not to comply with the order? Also on the programme: we assess what role China wants to play in…
Turkish protests continue and the 2032 Brisbane Olympics bolts out of the blocks
Protesters hit the streets in Turkey as president Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s crackdown continues. Then: we hear the latest from Myanmar and about the game plan for the 2032 Brisbane Olympics and Paralympics. Plus: can the US really create a champagne industry?
JD Vance in Greenland and a Polish-election preview
Ahead of US vice president JD Vance’s visit to Greenland, Donald Trump says that the US will go “as far as it has to” to gain control of the territory. Then: all eyes on the rise of the far-right candidate in the Polish presidential election, we take a look at…
Live from Paris: Macron hosts new Ukraine coalition summit
Paris hosts a “Coalition of the Willing” summit to finalise security guarantees for Kyiv. Also in the programme: we have the papers from France, the state of Parisian nightlife, Art Basel Hong Kong begins and we explore the future of business education. Plus: we open the spring edition of ‘Konfekt’…
Out with the old: Germany’s new Bundestag
Germany’s parliament has convened for the first time since February’s elections but the country is still waiting for a new governing coalition. Then: will former Brazil president Jair Bolsonaro face trial? Plus: why a Cuban delegation is visiting Moscow, good news for Airbus and a posthumous exhibition by Japanese musician…
Turkey protests and Bangkok Auto Salon 2025
The latest from Istanbul following a crackdown on protests against the arrest of the main opposition leader. Then: residents of Paris make a landmark decision that could transform how people move through the city’s historic streets. And: have a special report from Syria on its recovery and stability in a…
