In this discussion, Simon Rabinovich shares his insights into China's political shifts and the implications of new legislation affecting Hong Kong, hinting at potential unrest. David Smith analyzes Argentina's looming debt crisis as the nation grapples with the threat of default and the pandemic's economic fallout. Meanwhile, Anne Rowe reflects on the life of Yvonne Boland, celebrating her contributions to Irish poetry and the exploration of women's voices in literature. Together, they tackle pressing global issues and the intersecting stories of resilience.
Legislation signalled at the annual meeting undermines the “one country, two systems” approach to Hong Kong’s rule—and may inflame rather than quell protests. Argentina finds itself at the doorstep of default once again; the pandemic is sharpening the hardship ahead. And remembering the woman who expanded Irish poetry with the gloriously quotidian. For full access to print, digital and audio editions of The Economist, subscribe here www.economist.com/radiooffer