The Intelligence from The Economist The Intelligence: The city that never slipped
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Jan 5, 2024 
Andrew Miller, Special Correspondent for The Economist, discusses London's remarkable resilience amid challenges like Brexit and the pandemic while addressing pressing issues such as housing affordability. Ann Rowe, Obituaries Editor, pays tribute to Gao Yaojie, whose groundbreaking work in AIDS research challenged China's response to the epidemic in the 1990s. The conversation also touches on India's approaching election, highlighting the intertwining of democracy and public health advocacy.
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London's Success
- London thrives despite challenges like Brexit, the pandemic, and cost of living.
- It attracts newcomers and investment, offering business opportunities.
Brexit's Impact on London
- Brexit harmed London's financial center less than predicted, with fewer job losses.
- Immigrants from outside the EU filled labor shortages.
Immigration Shift
- Brexit ironically increased immigration, but from non-EU countries like India and Nigeria.
- Londoners view immigration more positively than Parisians.