
Economist Podcasts
Leave in peace: Afghan-Taliban negotiations
Jun 24, 2020
Ben Farmer, a keen observer of Afghanistan's evolving landscape, speaks with Wendelin von Bredow, The Economist's European finance expert. They dive into the budding peace talks between the Afghan government and the Taliban, revealing the challenges of a potential prisoner swap and the looming fears over rights erosion. Transitioning to Europe, the duo uncovers the shocking Wirecard scandal, detailing the complexities of fraud in the financial sector. They also explore how African football triumphs can unify nations amid conflict, revealing sport's power in societal healing.
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