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The Edition: Labour’s China pivot, Yvette Cooper’s extremism crackdown & the ladies who punch
Oct 10, 2024
Guests Katy Balls, a political commentator, and James Crabtree, a former Gordon Brown advisor, delve into Labour’s nuanced stance on China, debating the balance of trade and diplomacy. Toby Young discusses how characterizing extreme misogyny as extremism might mislabel adolescent behavior, risking the alienation of young men. Meanwhile, Emily Rhodes shares how kickboxing has helped her channel anger into empowerment, and Soraya Chemaly explores the societal implications of women's anger in a patriarchal culture.
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- Labour's reassessment of its relationship with China reflects a struggle between economic interests and national security concerns amid growing market allure.
- The expansion of the extremism definition to include extreme misogyny raises fears of misclassifying young men's behavior, impacting their social dynamics.
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Labour's Emerging Relationship with China
The Labour Party is reassessing its diplomatic and economic relations with China as it acknowledges the growing allure of the Chinese market. Following a period of hardened relations under previous leadership, the new government seems to hint at a thawing of sentiment, with planned high-level visits from key figures. Despite receiving criticism from opposition members regarding this shift, the Labour government is exploring economic growth opportunities through closer ties with China. The potential for collaboration is underscored by ambitions for initiatives like clean energy, as China offers considerable advantages in solar and battery manufacturing.
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