Could the Kashmir attack ignite a wider India-Pakistan crisis?
The United Nations urges calm between India and Pakistan. Relations have plummeted after gunmen killed tourists in Indian-administered Kashmir. Furious rhetoric and diplomatic actions by both sides are keeping tensions high. How serious is this crisis? In this episode: Maleeha Lodhi, Columnist for DAWN newspaper and former Pakistani ambassador Sumantra Bose, Author of ‘Kashmir at the Crossroads: Inside a 21st-Century Conflict’ Elizabeth Threlkeld, Senior Fellow and Director, South Asia Program at the Stimson Center Host: Cyril Vanier Connect with us:@AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook
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What's next for Russia and Ukraine?
Russia's biggest attack on Kyiv in months, after a day of chaotic diplomacy, ending with the US president accusing Ukraine of prolonging the war. Kyiv has rejected Washington's proposal it concede Crimea and other occupied territory to Moscow. So what's next? In this episode: Peter Zalmayev, Executive Director of the Eurasia Democracy Initiative. Pavel Felgenhauer, Russian foreign policy analyst. Steven Erlanger, Chief Diplomatic Correspondent in Europe for The New York Times. Host: Nick Clark Connect with us:@AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook
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How is the global economic crisis impacting the IMF's role?
Global financial turmoil tops the agenda as the International Monetary Fund and World Bank hold meetings in Washington DC. The organisations face significant challenges -- and criticism too. Can they help vulnerable countries or will Western interests take priority? In this episode: Ali Hasanain, Associate Professor, Lahore University of Management Sciences. Vicky Pryce, Chief Economic Adviser, Centre for Economics and Business Research. Daniel Gros, Board member, Centre for European Policy Studies. Host: Nick Clark Connect with us:@AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook
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What impact does the US-China trade war have on other countries?
Kenya's president on a five-day state visit to China, its largest lender, while Beijing's trade war with Washington intensifies. How is it worsening? And what's the impact on countries like Kenya, which do business with both economic superpowers? In this episode: Einar Tangen, Senior Fellow, Taihe Institute. Robert Scott, Independent International Economist. David Omojomolo, Emerging Market Economist, Africa, Capital Economics. Host: Folly Bah Thibault Connect with us:@AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook
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How will Pope Francis be remembered?
Many say he was a Pope like no other. Outspoken and forthright, Pope Francis took a stand on many critical issues facing our world. The head of the Roman Catholic Church called out the Israeli government while appealing for peace in Gaza. And criticised right-wing European politicians, as he advocated for an open door policy for migrants and refugees. So, how will he be remembered? Especially by those in the global South? In this episode: Reverend Munther Isaac, Palestinian Pastor. Father James Oyet Latansio, Catholic Priest, General Secretary, South Sudan Council of Churches. Father Francis Lucas, Catholic Priest and Executive Director, Catholic Media Network. Host: Folly Bah Thibault Connect with us:@AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook
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