

Daniel Knowles
International correspondent at The Economist, reporting on the situation in Afghanistan.
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Apr 15, 2021 • 21min
Boots off the ground: America’s Afghanistan drawdown
Daniel Knowles, an International affairs correspondent for The Economist, shares insights on the complexities of the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, including the potential risks for stability and the resurgence of the Taliban. Katrine Braik, Environment editor, discusses the urgent need to address methane emissions, revealing they exceed EPA estimates and play a major role in climate change. They also highlight Bhutan's remarkable COVID-19 vaccination strategy, showcasing how it achieved rapid success through cultural collaboration.

Nov 20, 2020 • 20min
Undercut a deal: the threat to Afghan peace
Join Daniel Knowles, an International correspondent for The Economist, as he discusses the precarious situation in Afghanistan. He addresses the implications of the U.S. troop withdrawal and how it threatens ongoing peace negotiations, with the Taliban tightening its grip. The conversation also touches on the food delivery business reshaped by the pandemic, scrutinizing the ethics and profitability challenges faced by companies like DoorDash. Lastly, Knowles highlights the evolving dynamics in modern golf, especially the impact of increasing driving distances on the sport.

May 20, 2019 • 22min
Battle for legitimacy: Afghanistan v the Taliban
Daniel Knowles, an international correspondent, shares insights on Afghanistan's struggle for legitimacy against the Taliban despite years of conflict. He discusses the complexities of U.S.-Taliban negotiations and the power dynamics affecting the Afghan government. Meanwhile, Stephanie Studer highlights the rise of self-made female billionaires in China and the challenges they face in a male-dominated business landscape. She also contrasts these experiences with women's entrepreneurship in South Korea and Japan, exploring their ongoing fight for recognition and support.