Alex Szerbiak

Geoffrey J. Hall, a Japanese politics expert, dives into the implications of Japan's new Prime Minister, Sanae Takechi, discussing her ultra-conservative policies and the tricky coalition landscape. Alex Szczerbiak analyzes the political fallout of recent Russian drone incursions in Poland, highlighting the fleeting sense of unity among parties. Charles Hecker reviews major news, including L’Oréal's acquisition of Kering’s beauty portfolio, pondering the effects of corporate consolidation on creativity in the industry.