William Yang

William Yang, Senior Northeast Asia analyst, discusses the nuanced trade outcomes of the recent US-China summit, including symbolic tariff cuts and the complexities around fentanyl enforcement. Ruth Michelson, a Middle East journalist, dives into Chancellor Merz's visit to Turkey, exploring pivotal defense and migration talks. Karen Krasanovich shares spine-chilling horror movie recommendations for Halloween, while Andrew Muller rounds up the week’s cultural highlights, touching on political oddities and recent events. Simon Brook offers insights into the implications of AI deepfakes in elections and the ongoing UK-China tensions.

Julia Jen, a Monocle researcher, shares insights on Ukraine’s diplomatic landscape, including the push to access frozen Russian assets and domestic political challenges facing Zelensky. William Yang, an expert on Taiwan, discusses the implications of potential talks between Beijing and Taiwan’s KMT party, highlighting risks of cooperation. Simon Casson, CEO of Corinthia Hotels, unveils the company's expansion strategy and wellness trends shaping luxury hospitality, focusing on how destinations prepare to welcome high-end travelers.

This discussion features William Yang, a Senior Northeast Asia Analyst at the International Crisis Group, who analyzes the implications of the US-China trade agreement on Asian supply chains. Inzimam Rashid, Monocle's Gulf correspondent, shares insights from Urban Future Week in Dubai, focusing on urban planning initiatives. Claudine Fry from Control Risks examines major current events like the US shutdown and BBC controversy, providing a comprehensive take on how these stories shape global news narratives.