Jessica Bridger

Contributing editor at Monocle focusing on urbanism, city planning and tourism impacts on smaller communities and resort towns.

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Oct 28, 2025 • 59min

Trump says he will solve the Afghanistan-Pakistan crisis ‘very quickly’. Plus: Europe’s rival to Starlink

Lynne O'Donnell, a journalist focused on Afghanistan and Pakistan, discusses Donald Trump's potential role in mediating peace talks. She highlights the complexities of the Taliban-Pakistan relationship. Julia Jen shares insights on Europe's ambitions to create a rival to Starlink, revealing security concerns and industry fragmentation. Charles Hecker offers his take on geopolitical news, while Jessica Bridger delves into community-focused tourism and urban planning, emphasizing local control over ski resorts and pedestrian-friendly city designs.

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