Faisal Islam

Faisal Islam, the Economics editor, shares insights from the IMF meeting in Washington, D.C., revealing a significant downgrade of global growth forecasts, especially warning about potential U.S. recession risks linked to Trump’s tariffs. Yogita Limaye, a South Asia correspondent, reports on the tragic attack in Kashmir, where over twenty tourists were killed, highlighting the grim realities amidst economic discussions. The contrast between global economic uncertainties and real-world violence creates a poignant narrative in today's interconnected world.

James Landale, the BBC's diplomatic correspondent, joins Sumi Somaskanda, chief presenter in Washington, and Faisal Islam, economics editor, to unravel the intricacies of Trump’s influence on Ukraine’s peace negotiations. They discuss Zelensky's stance on Crimea and the fallout from US officials pulling out of peace talks in London. Islam shares insights from the IMF meetings, discussing economic implications of Trump's tariffs on global trade, especially with China and the UK, as geopolitical tensions mount in the backdrop of shifting diplomatic landscapes.

Faisal Islam, the BBC's economics editor, shares his expert insights on the Chancellor's recent Spring Statement. The discussion dives into the implications of cuts to welfare spending and the Office for Budget Responsibility’s economic forecasts. They unravel the complex relationship between interest costs and growth projections. The impact of political dynamics, particularly low growth and rising borrowing costs, is also explored, shedding light on the challenges facing the UK economy amidst international uncertainties.

Faisal Islam, BBC’s Economics Editor, and Dharshini David, Chief Economics Correspondent, dive into the future of the global economy. They tackle rising debt, inflation, and political tensions while exploring potential opportunities as we approach 2025. The conversation highlights the impact of U.S. trade policies and tariff strategies, as well as insights from the OECD and IMF on emerging economic growth. They also discuss surprising calmness in commodity markets amidst geopolitical turmoil and introduce intriguing concepts like 'bond vigilantes' and quantum computing.

Judith Moritz, a special correspondent for BBC News, and Daniel Sandford, UK correspondent reporting from Liverpool, dive deep into the harrowing case of Axel Rudakubana, sentenced to 52 years for the murder of three girls. They discuss the emotional court hearing and the chilling details surrounding the violence. Meanwhile, Faisal Islam shares insights from the World Economic Forum, touching on how global trade policies and economics intertwine with such tragedies. A somber yet revealing conversation about justice and global dynamics.