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Owing to the pandemic: Britain’s budget

Mar 3, 2021
Duncan Weldon, Britain’s economics editor for The Economist, and Guy Scriven, the climate risk correspondent, delve into some pressing issues facing the UK. They discuss Chancellor Rishi Sunak's strategy for navigating Britain's financial recovery post-pandemic. The conversation shifts to cost-effective climate solutions, emphasizing the importance of selecting policies that maximize benefits while minimizing costs. They also explore the fascinating ownership system of coconut trees in Zanzibar, highlighting its economic and cultural implications.
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