Nina dos Santos

Nina dos Santos, a seasoned broadcaster specializing in global affairs, and Andrew Tuck from the Monocle editorial team discuss festive themes from London's Christmas market. They explore Finland's branding of Santa as a diplomatic icon while dissecting Syria's complex geopolitical landscape. Camouflage in fashion takes center stage, revealing its cultural resurgence amid recession. Allegations of foreign interference spotlight Prince Andrew’s connections, while quirky Japanese cafes lead to insights on tourism and cultural exchanges.

Leila Molana-Allen shares insights on Lebanon's urgent need to disarm Hezbollah amid internal tensions and military limitations. Stefan de Vries discusses the dynamics behind the recent Dutch snap elections, focusing on Geert Wilders' waning populist appeal. Nina dos Santos tackles Brazil's police raids and the violence affecting favelas, while Sally Geffen highlights the fallout of the US government shutdown on air travel, including controller shortages and economic impacts. TV critic Scott Bryan rounds up key industry news, from CNN's streaming changes to updates on Doctor Who.

Nina Dos Santos, an international broadcast correspondent, dives into the political turmoil in France, exploring calls for Macron's resignation amidst a deadlock. Ben Hodges, a retired U.S. Army lieutenant general, shares insights on military leadership and the delicate balance of rules of engagement affecting NATO relations. Antonio Sampaio analyzes Argentina's President Miles and his political survival tactics as he approaches midterm elections. Isabel Hamilton rounds up tech news, discussing breaches at Discord and significant deals in the chip industry.

Nina Dos Santos, an international broadcast correspondent and former CNN Europe editor, joins journalist Vincent McEavenny and contributor Isabella Orlando. They analyze how Sebastien Lecornu avoided two votes of no confidence, highlighting the political gamble around Macron’s pension reforms. The trio discusses the implications for France’s fiscal health and voter acceptance of reforms. They also explore the controversial appointment of Tony Blair for Gaza's reconstruction and the looming complexities in defining China as both a trade partner and a national security concern.

Alexei Gontarenko, a Ukrainian MP, shares insights on the US's promise of advanced weaponry for Ukraine amid the ongoing conflict, emphasizing the complexities of negotiation and military aid. James Chambers dives into Cambodia's controversial introduction of compulsory military service and its ramifications for regional tensions with Thailand. Nina Dos Santos offers intriguing stories from various newspapers, while Petri Bertsoff discusses the evolving Norwegian car market and the rising influence of Chinese electric vehicles, reflecting broader economic trends.