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Belgium: state of the nation

8 February 2019

With its liberal and energetic approach to diplomacy, and a growing influence in art and sport, Belgium has plenty to offer on the world stage.

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Hosting the institutions of the EU can be a double-edged sword. But Belgium’s unique federation has plenty to offer on the world stage through its liberal and energetic approach to diplomacy, plus growing influence in the…

Radio

The Globalist - Wednesday 12 December

12 December 2018

The Thai junta lifts a ban on political campaigning ahead of next year’s elections; how big of a milestone is this for democracy in the country? Also: a controversial Africa museum reopens in Belgium, highlighting the need…

Radio

The Foreign Desk - How democratic is the DRC?

1 December 2018

On 23 December, voters in the Democratic Republic of Congo will choose a new president and hope to witness the country’s first peaceful transfer of power since gaining independence from Belgium in 1960. But the freeness and…

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Shake a leg

15 November 2018

Our ninth annual survey of the nations whose softer tactics are getting results.

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Inside scoop

15 November 2018

Belgium might be small but its design industry is punching well above its weight, as evidenced in its biennale.

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Foot on the gas

18 October 2018

Alain Visser, CEO of car-subscription company Lynk & Co, has chosen a youthful team who can teach him what’s ‘cool’ – just as long as it doesn’t involve reading management books or going running.

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Culture briefing

13 August 2018

Carsten Höller’s dream works, a Danish art fair to watch and Madrid reclaims its airwaves.

Radio

The Briefing - Friday 27 July

27 July 2018

The UK’s former ambassador to North Korea, John Everard, explains Pyongyang’s relationship with Washington. We also look at the popularity of Japan’s prime minister, Shinzo Abe, and find out how Belgium is coping with the…

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It's all to play for

22 June 2018

With World Cup fever sweeping Midori House, we’ve put together a squad of marauding mayoral superstars willing to put in 110 per cent. Ultimately goals win games and, from improving public transport to (two-footed) tackling…

Radio

The Briefing - Friday 1 June

1 June 2018

We ask how Europe, Canada and Mexico will respond to the introduction of US tariffs and whether Italy’s new government can solve the country’s political crisis. Plus: why is chocolate ownership causing such a stir in Bel…

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Defence briefing

17 May 2018

Why modern militaries are offering cushy perks to recruits and the Thai military’s surprising new mascot.

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Food for thought

10 May 2018

Culinary connoisseurs on the propaganda of provenance, the cookbook’s longevity, how to spot a good restaurant, drunken conventions, eating vicariously and divine produce.

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Decision time

19 April 2018

As New Caledonians get ready for a referendum that will decide their relationship with France, not all of the Pacific archipelago’s inhabitants are on the same page.

Radio

The Briefing - Friday 13 April

13 April 2018

Could Russia and the US wage war over Syria? We also examine China's plans to boost its navy and take a closer look at Melbourne's plans to build a multibillion dollar airport link. Plus: why is homesickness giving Belgi…

Radio

The Urbanist - Tall Stories 99: Brussels' Kanal

26 March 2018

In 2023 a new museum for modern and contemporary art is coming to Brussels. We ask whether architecture and good design can bring new life to the Belgium capital.

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