Economist Podcasts Pull out all the backstops: Boris Johnson in Europe
Aug 22, 2019
John Peet, Brexit editor for The Economist, and Henry Tricks, author of the Schumpeter column on global business, dive into Boris Johnson's Brexit negotiations, particularly the contentious Irish backstop. They discuss the looming risk of a no-deal Brexit and its implications for the UK and Europe. The conversation also shifts to FedEx's struggle against Amazon's dominance, exploring how leadership under Fred Smith is being tested. Lastly, they touch on a study linking marijuana to increased food consumption, shedding light on public health insights.
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Brexit Renegotiation
- UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson seeks to renegotiate Brexit, specifically the Irish backstop.
- This plan aims to avoid a hard border between Ireland and Northern Ireland.
Backstop Dispute
- Boris Johnson's Brexit strategy involves a hard line on removing the Irish backstop.
- He argues it's undemocratic but hasn't offered alternative solutions.
Europe's No-Deal Preparations
- While Europe prepares for a no-deal Brexit, they hope to avoid it.
- They've implemented measures like port controls and customs facilities.