The Intelligence from The Economist He’s got Seoul: South Korea’s new leader
30 snips
Jun 4, 2025 
Oret Ogunbi, Africa correspondent for The Economist, shares insights on how the African diaspora is reshaping Afrobeats and its worldwide influence. He highlights the genre's evolution and the challenges local artists face in achieving recognition. Luke Lithgow, a science writer, discusses groundbreaking genetic research on dingoes, questioning the effectiveness of traditional culling practices and their conservation implications. Together, they explore pressing issues in South Korea's political landscape and global cultural shifts.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Lee Jae-myung's Mandate for Change
- Lee Jae-myung's election represents a clear rejection of authoritarianism and political turmoil in South Korea.
- His victory offers a chance to restore democracy, unity, and mend the broken economy.
Lee's Unlikely Political Journey
- Lee Jae-myung overcame poverty, factory work, and a stabbing attack during his political rise.
- His life story is defined by persistence and making the impossible possible.
Lee's Pragmatic Leadership Shift
- Lee shifted from being a progressive populist to emphasizing pragmatic policies.
- He now supports market-friendly reforms and maintains alliances with the US and Japan.