James Astor, Asia editor for The Economist, analyzes Sheikh Hasina’s two-decade rule in Bangladesh, discussing impressive growth marred by corruption and a potential talent drain. He critiques her firm grip on power, suggesting it may stifle further progress. Vijay Vaitheeswaran, Global Energy and Climate Innovation Editor, dives into groundbreaking direct air capture technology, highlighting a project aimed at capturing 500,000 tons of CO2 annually and the challenges ahead. They also touch on the booming popularity of Spanish-language music as a cultural response to these themes.
