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Private iniquity? The Abraaj case

May 17, 2019
Join Mathieu Favas, Finance correspondent for The Economist, and Edward McBride, Asia editor with expertise in Australian politics, as they dissect the dramatic fall of Abraaj, once a top private-equity firm. They explore the implications of its downfall for markets and discuss the mysterious whistleblower tied to the case. Transitioning to Australia, they delve into the discontent among voters and the intriguing tradition of the 'democracy sausage,' highlighting its role in making elections more engaging amidst rising political dissatisfaction.
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