Max Rodenbeck, the South Asia bureau chief for The Economist, and Tom Wainwright, Media editor for The Economist, discuss Pakistan’s critical role in Afghanistan's future. They delve into the diplomatic challenges and opportunities facing Pakistan, shaped by its ties to the Taliban. The conversation shifts to the evolving responsibilities of financial firms like Mastercard in regulating online content, and the implications of popular culture phenomena like 'Squid Game' on global societal issues and South Korean media's surge. An insightful exploration of geopolitics and cultural influence.