Hell no, we won’t grow: Indian farmers’ mass protests
Jan 19, 2021
auto_awesome
Alex Trevely, an expert India correspondent for The Economist, delves into the mass protests by Indian farmers resisting government agricultural reforms that threaten their livelihoods. He highlights the protesters' resilience and community spirit. Meanwhile, Greg Karlstrom discusses the U.S. designation of the Houthis in Yemen as terrorists, detailing the humanitarian crisis this decision exacerbates. They also touch on the burgeoning African comics scene, showcasing how it offers fresh narratives that contrast with traditional Western storytelling.
Hundreds of thousands of farmers have participated in protests around Delhi, demonstrating against laws that they say threaten their livelihoods. We ask how the standoff will end. Today America will designate Yemen’s Houthi militants as terrorists, but that is likely only to harm a population already facing starvation. And what’s behind a boom in African comics. For full access to print, digital and audio editions of The Economist, subscribe here www.economist.com/intelligenceoffer