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The Economist's crony capitalism index charted just how much wealth plutocrats can attribute to chummy relations with governments. Like many western brands, Lego is having to step carefully in the Chinese market. Henry Kissinger has been celebrated by many as America's definitive 20th century diplomat. He oversaw the re-establishment of a relationship with China and eased tensions with the Soviet Union.

In a conversation that lasted eight hours over two days, the statesman discussed paths to peace in Ukraine, his evolving view on their NATO membership, and where China comes into play. Our crony-capitalism index is back, and the chart-topping culprits haven’t changed so much. And, the toymaker, Lego, is facing roadblocks in China.

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