Michael Binion

Amy Kasman, Rome correspondent for the Financial Times, discusses Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's precarious diplomatic visit to Washington to meet Donald Trump amid trade tensions. Inga Thordar, Chief External Relations Officer at the Oceanborne Foundation, highlights Europe's shifting security priorities, including Switzerland's military training abroad. Michael Binion, Foreign Affairs specialist for The Times, touches on Singapore’s elections and the unexpected rise of 'slow TV' in the Nordics, exploring its cultural significance in today's fast-paced society.

Michael Binion, a foreign affairs specialist and leader writer at The Times, dives into the intricacies of Macron's Ukraine summit and the frustrations of European countries left out of the initial discussions. He examines Trump’s plummeting approval ratings, attributing them to economic inaction. Additionally, Binion discusses the reluctance of left-wing activists in the UK to collaborate politically and shares thoughts on reviving the tradition of dressing up for outings, exploring how social norms are evolving post-pandemic.