Economist Podcasts
Flight of the long knives: Prigozhin’s reported death
Aug 24, 2023
Arkady Ostrovsky, Russia editor for The Economist, provides keen insights into the alleged assassination of Yevgeny Prigozhin and its implications for Ukraine and Putin's Kremlin. He explores the dramatic rise and fall of the Wagner leader, discussing potential motives behind the crash and the power dynamics shifting within Russian politics. The conversation also touches on Indonesia's quest for moderate Islam and introduces the vibrant new genre of Q-pop, blending indigenous sounds with K-pop influences, showcasing cultural creativity.
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- Indonesia is promoting a more inclusive and tolerant form of Islam, challenging Middle Eastern doctrines and extremist ideologies.
- Lenin, an indigenous Peruvian artist, is blending traditional Andean culture with K-pop aesthetics to showcase his heritage on a global stage.
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Growing Demand for Moderate Islam in Indonesia
In Indonesia, the world's largest Muslim-majority country, there is a push for a more inclusive and tolerant form of Islam. The country's main Muslim organizations, such as NU, are advocating for the rejection of the caliphate and the acceptance of non-Muslims as fellow citizens. The shift towards a more moderate Islam reflects the country's state ideology of Pancha Silla, which encourages religious freedom and moderation. This development is significant as it challenges the dominance of Middle Eastern doctrines and extremist ideologies in shaping Indonesia's Islam.
