Q+A with Jack Tame Full show: Q+A with Jack Tame, August 24 2025
Aug 23, 2025
Anas Iqtait, a senior lecturer focused on Palestinian issues, discusses the complex challenges of recognizing Palestinian statehood amid Gaza's humanitarian crisis. Cameron Bagrie, an economist, analyzes NZ's economic landscape and the potential for monetary policy adjustments to spur growth. Andrew Lensen, an AI expert, navigates the hype around AI technologies, balancing excitement with realistic assessments of business integration and future implications. Together, they provide critical insights into pressing global and local topics.
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Planned Concentration Of Gaza Population
- Anas Iqtait argues Israel aims to concentrate Palestinians into a tiny central area of Gaza during its operation.
- He warns this could amount to forcible displacement and effectively reduce Gaza to under 10% of its territory.
Recognition Alone Won't Change Conditions
- Recognition of Palestinian statehood matters differently to leaders and ordinary Palestinians.
- Iqtait says recognition without follow-up action will cement Palestinians' suffering under occupation.
Use Law And Sanctions, Not Just Recognition
- Enforce international and humanitarian law rather than offering symbolic recognition alone.
- Apply sanctions and legal measures to break the power asymmetry and push toward a peaceful settlement.