Systemic concerns: China’s party congress

Simon Rabinovich, Asia economics editor based in Shanghai, discusses how the National People's Congress signals a shift in Hong Kong's governance, potentially heightening tensions. David Smith, Argentina correspondent, delves into the country’s looming default and the impact of the pandemic on its economic struggles. Anne Rowe, Obituaries editor, remembers Yvonne Boland, a pioneering Irish poet who enriched the literary scene by merging everyday experiences with profound themes, challenging the norms of her time.