Harsh V Pant

Harsh Pant, Head of Strategic Studies at the Observer Research Foundation, shares insights on the fascinating surge of Pop Mart's LeBubu dolls, which saw a 400% profit increase, outpacing iconic brands like Mattel. He discusses the unique design and marketing strategies that fueled this success. Pant also touches on the resumption of direct flights between India and China, and a tech company in Kenya promoting Bitcoin as a financial solution in one of Africa’s largest slums, highlighting innovative ways to enhance economic participation.

Harsh V Pant is a foreign policy expert at the Observer Research Foundation, and Pranab Dhal Samanta is the geopolitical guru at the Economic Times. They dive into the escalating tensions between India and Canada, sparked by allegations surrounding Hardeep Singh Nijjar's assassination. The discussion highlights historical ties, the influence of the Trudeau legacy, and how domestic politics shape foreign relations. They also assess the roles of major global players and the implications for trade amidst rising diplomatic strains.