Ewan Potts

Tomohiko Taneguchi, former special advisor to Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, discusses Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s upcoming snap election and her strong public support driven by youth engagement. Ewan Potts analyzes China’s impressive trade surplus and the implications of U.S. tariffs facing legal challenges. Austin Ramsey reveals China's strategic ties with Iran amidst protests, highlighting economic collaboration. Caroline Avedon shares insights into her grandfather Richard Avedon's impactful photography series, emphasizing its lasting human resonance.

Ed Stocker, Monocle's Europe editor, shares insights on the recent release of political prisoners in Venezuela and the implications for US-Venezuela relations. Ewan Potts, a Bloomberg journalist, discusses the pressures on the US Federal Reserve and the challenges facing American retail amid a mall crisis. Fernando Augusto Pacheco, Monocle's senior correspondent, highlights the success of Brazilian cinema at the Golden Globes and reflects on cultural icons like Wagner Moura, enriching the discussion on Brazil's cinematic landscape.

Nada Al-Tahar shares on-the-ground insights about the escalating humanitarian crisis in Gaza, discussing roadblocks to the US-imposed ceasefire. Shaina Loh highlights the dire conditions, mentioning flooding and urgent needs for aid. Ewan Potts warns of financial risks in AI infrastructure investments. Dr. Sin Sam provides a Cambodian perspective on the Thailand-Cambodia border clashes, emphasizing historical tensions and calls for international mediation. Meanwhile, Natalie Theodosi shares stylish winter gift ideas, blending fashion with the season's spirit.