In this discussion, Simon Cox, the China economics editor for The Economist, tackles the slow growth of China's economy, attributing it to pandemic setbacks and real estate issues. He reveals Xi Jinping's pivot towards 'common prosperity,' balancing growth with social equity. Meanwhile, Sophie Petter, Paris bureau chief, dives into the turbulent waters of French politics as Macron preps for his re-election, facing unpredictable rivals. The talk also humorously explores age-old solutions to modern meeting inefficiencies, suggesting that some ideas are truly timeless.