What Now? with Trevor Noah Prime Minister Mia Mottley: Climate, Immigration, and the Power of Small Nations
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Jan 20, 2026 
In a lively conversation, Mia Mottley, the Prime Minister of Barbados and a leading voice on climate justice and equitable finance, shares her insights on pressing global issues. She discusses the impact of colonial history on today's social justice efforts and reimagines migration as a mutually beneficial opportunity. Mottley critiques current international finance systems and outlines her ambitious Bridgetown Initiative for reform. From innovative climate strategies to the resilience of small nations, she underscores the importance of leadership, fairness, and the power of storytelling.
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Rihanna Reflects Bajan Values
- Mia Mottley credits Rihanna's inclusive business sense to Barbados's culture of fairness and social justice.
- She cites Rihanna's makeup and lingerie lines as examples of seeing and serving everyone.
Migration Debates Mask Deeper Biases
- Mia Mottley says migration debates are often rooted in racism, not national need.
- She argues structured migrant deals could prevent deaths and meet labor shortages.
Design Circular Labor Programs
- Recreate structured temporary labor programs to let workers go, work, then return home.
- Use technology to match global skills to regional needs and enable circular migration.
