Economist Podcasts Flying stop: Boeing
Mar 12, 2019
Susanna Savage, The Economist's Bangladesh correspondent, sheds light on the rising divorce rates among women in Bangladesh. She discusses how legal reforms and a shift in societal attitudes are empowering women to seek independence. Additionally, Savage touches on the swift global reactions to the Boeing 737-MAX crashes, particularly China's grounding of the fleet. The conversation also delves into the complexities of internet control in Russia and the youth's resistance against it.
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Boeing's Crisis
- Boeing's reputation and revenue are at risk after two 737 MAX 8 crashes.
- China grounded its MAX 8 fleet first due to being the largest consumer.
737 MAX Development
- Boeing developed the 737 MAX as a stopgap to compete with Airbus A320neo.
- The 737 MAX is crucial to Boeing's revenue, making investors worried after crashes.
Television's Power in Russia
- Television was crucial for disseminating state propaganda in the Soviet Union, especially during the 1991 coup attempt.
- Vladimir Putin's rise to power heavily relied on television's influence.