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Majority rules: Britain’s new Parliament sits

Dec 17, 2019
John Prideaux, the Brexit editor for The Economist, delves into the implications of Britain's new parliamentary majority for Brexit negotiations. He discusses how the government's firm stance might shape the future of UK politics and legislation. The conversation takes a turn towards the use of financial sanctions in foreign policy, questioning their effectiveness. Additionally, the troubling rise of illegal tiger farming and wildlife trafficking in Asia is highlighted, revealing the dark side of economic incentives behind the demand for tiger products.
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