Sheena Rossiter

David Schlesinger, an independent advisor on media and China, joins political journalist Theo Asherwood, Kyiv Independent's business editor Lilian Bavings, and Monocle's contributing editor Sheena Rossiter. They discuss Netanyahu's controversial visit to Hungary amid an ICC arrest warrant, Europe’s political response, and China's role in global conflicts. The group also delves into Ukraine’s innovative media projects and the cultural influence of J-pop aiming to go global, inspired by K-pop's success.

Hanna Liubakova, a Belarusian journalist, discusses the dubious elections in Belarus and what they mean for the future of President Lukashenko. Yus Hilteman provides crucial insights on the ongoing Israel-Palestine conflict, particularly recent hostage exchanges. Sheena Rossiter highlights the impact of U.S. politics on climate action, while Pierre Heilbrun talks about the daunting task of rebuilding Ukraine. Meanwhile, Marika Trances shares her vision as Bulgari’s new creative director, blending fashion innovation with cultural storytelling.