Best UAE Economics Podcasts (2025)

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Interwar 3: India 1919: Massacre at Amritsar, Uprising in Malabar… 3:28:21

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Using Anita Anand’s book, The Patient Assassin, among other sources, we tell the story of India from 1919 to the 1920s, including the massacre at Amritsar, the Malabar Uprising of 1921, Bhagat Singh, Gandhi, and of course Udham Singh. Ghadar and the Indian revolutionaries. We won’t be back to India again until the 1930s, so … Continue reading "Inte…

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ESA Boosts Moon Mission Budget, Germany Passes Record Budget, Ex-Transport Minister Jailed in Corruption Probe, Avalanche Strikes Austria Glacier, and more... 11:17

3d ago11:17

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(0:10): ESA Boosts Budget for Moon Mission, Space Autonomy Amid Rising Global Competition (2:19): Germany Passes Record 2026 Budget Amidst Criticism Over High Debt and Allocation Concerns (4:42): Spain's Ex-Transport Minister Ábalos Jailed Amid Major Corruption Probe (6:55): Avalanche Tragedy on Austria's Stubai Glacier: Skiers Trigger Rescues and …

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EU Pushes Tougher Social Media Rules, UK Gambling Tax Soars, IQM Expands to Lead Quantum Europe, UAE Serbia Boost Trade, and more... 13:54

4d ago13:54

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(0:10): EU Urges Stricter Social Media Age Limits to Protect Youths' Mental Health (2:34): UK Gambling Tax Hike: Online Duties Soar, Industry Braces for $540M Hit (5:22): IQM Quantum Computers Invests €40M in Finnish Expansion to Lead Europe's Quantum Tech Revolution (7:43): UAE and Serbia Forge Strong Economic Partnership, Eye Doubling Trade by 20…

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France Revives Wine Industry Plan, EU Warns Portugal Budget Risks, Germany Sees Fireworks Boom, Adenot Leads Educational ISS Mission, and more... 13:13

5d ago13:13

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(0:10): France Launches €130M Plan to Revitalize Struggling Wine Industry Amid Climate and Market Challenges (3:15): EU Warns Portugal on Budget Risks, Approves 2026 Plan with Caution on Spending (5:25): Germany Sees Historic Fireworks Import Surge Amid Safety, Environmental Debates (7:32): French Astronaut Sophie Adenot to Lead Pioneering ISS Miss…

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New Trade Deals and Framework Agreements, Poison Pill Clauses, and Thanksgiving Dinner 26:14

7d ago26:14

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On this episode of the Trade Guys, Bill and Scott discuss new U.S. trade deals and framework agreements and the significance of "poison pill" clauses inserted into several of the deals. Scott also unpacks the impacts of trade on Thanksgiving foods.By CSIS | Center for Strategic and International Studies

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European Stocks Rally on Fed Hopes, G7 Unites Against Global Crime, Ireland Presses EU for Ukraine Peace, Portugal Weighs User Pays Water, and more... 10:07

7d ago10:07

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(0:10): European Stocks Rally on Fed Rate Cut Hopes; Siemens Energy, Bayer Lead Gains (2:11): G7 Pledges United Front Against Transnational Crime, Targets Drug Trade and Cyber Threats (4:51): Ireland Urges EU Leadership in Ukraine Peace Talks Amid Rising Tensions (5:51): Advocacy for User-Pays Principle to Balance Portugal's Water Sector Amid Risin…

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Meta Fines Hit Spain, Turkey Hosts COP31 Amid Climate Urgency, Spain AG Guilty of Data Leak, Cyprus Negotiations Resume Peace Talks, and more... 11:14

10d ago11:14

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(0:10): Madrid Court Orders Meta to Pay €481 Million to Spanish Media for Data Violations (2:17): Turkey to Host COP31 as Australia Takes Lead Role Amidst Regional Discontent and Climate Urgency (4:21): Historic Conviction: Spain's Attorney General Found Guilty of Leaking Confidential Data Amid Political Turmoil (6:41): Cyprus Leaders Lay Groundwor…

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Louvre Overhauls Security After Heist, UK Focuses On Russian Spy Ship, UK Bans Ticket Resales, Germany Cuts Refugee Benefits, and more... 12:33

11d ago12:33

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(0:10): Louvre Launches Major Security Overhaul After Daring Heist, Aims to Restore Public Trust (2:32): UK Poised to Counter Russian Spy Ship Amid Defense Strategy Criticism and New Military Investments (4:52): UK to Ban Ticket Resales Above Face Value to Combat Touting, Protect Fans (6:46): Germany's Asylum Reform: Ukrainian Refugees Face Reduced…

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MI5 Warns of Chinese Espionage, France Unveils Exascale Supercomputer, Berlin Civil Servant Pay Overhaul, Spain Doubles Ukraine Defense Aid, and more... 12:01

12d ago12:01

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(0:10): MI5 Warns of Chinese Espionage via Professional Networks; UK Faces Security Policy Backlash (2:43): France's First Exascale Supercomputer Set to Transform AI and HPC with European Sovereignty Focus (5:23): Karlsruhe Court Declares Berlin's Civil Servant Pay Unconstitutional, Mandates Overhaul by 2027 (7:30): Spain Announces €615 Million Def…

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What you need to do to retire comfortably in the UAE 22:24

13d ago22:24

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Millions of people move to the UAE for higher incomes, but after working hard for years and even decades, they face the big question: "How much do I need to retire comfortably?" Living costs are rising and foreign residents of the UAE do not have the same pension schemes available elsewhere in the world. This leaves them having to rely on personal …

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USMCA Review, U.S.-China Trade Thaw, and the Return of Congress 32:20

1h ago32:20

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On this episode of the Trade Guys, Bill and Scott discuss the upcoming 2026 review of the USMCA and the state of trade in North America. They also examine recent cooperation between the United States and China on counternarcotics and port fees and ponder whether Congress may take action on tariffs now that the shutdown is over. Plus, we welcome Ale…

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EU Targets Cheap Imports, EU Probes Google Demand Demotions, Germany Unveils Economic Boost, EU Antifa Groups Labeled Global Terrorists, and more... 11:36

17d ago11:36

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(0:10): EU Eyes 2026 for Customs Reform to Curb Cheap Imports, France Leads Push for Swift Action (2:08): EU Investigates Google for Alleged Unfair Demotion of News Publishers Amid DMA Scrutiny (4:13): Germany Unveils Economic Boost, Sparking Debate Over Climate Impact and Industry Relief (6:34): U.S. Labels Four European Antifa Groups as Global Te…

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UK Bolsters Air Defences, AU Urges Action Over Mali Crisis, UK France Border Return Challenge, Germany Drives Bold Reforms, and more... 10:56

20d ago10:56

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(0:10): UK Bolsters Belgian Air Defences Amid Rising Drone Threats and Hybrid Warfare Concerns (2:17): AU Urges Urgent Action as Mali Faces Jihadist Blockade and Humanitarian Crisis (4:29): UK-France Migrant Return Highlights Border Scheme Challenges Amid Calls for Tougher Measures (6:11): Germany's Agenda 2030: Bold Reforms to Tackle Structural Cr…

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Tariffs at the Supreme Court, a CS3D Update, and Nvidia Chips to the UAE 31:41

7d ago31:41

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On this episode of the Trade Guys, Bill and Phil offer their takeaways from this week's Supreme Court oral arguments on the IEEPA tariffs. They also give an update on the progress of the European Union's Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CS3D) and discuss Microsoft's receipt of a license to ship thousands of advanced Nvidia AI chips…

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Malaysia Boat Tragedy Claims Seven, Spain Sees Tourism Boom, EU-CELAC Summit Seeks Unity, COP30 Hears Luxury Flight Tax, and more... 11:06

21d ago11:06

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Tragic Migrant Boat Capsize Off Malaysia: 7 Dead, Dozens Missing Amid Rising Trafficking Risks Spain's 2025 Tourism Boom: Record Visitors Drive Sustainable Growth and Digital Innovation EU-CELAC Summit Seeks Unity Amid Tensions; U.S. Military Moves Stir Regional Concerns COP30 Debates Luxury Flight Tax to Fund Climate Action; Germany's Role Under S…

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Austrian Intelligence Reveals Hamas Cache, EU Probes Bourse Nasdaq Derivatives, New Map Exposes Vast Roman Roads, Bundestag Grills AfD Over Espionage Ties, and more... 12:05

24d ago12:05

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(0:10): Austrian Intelligence Unveils Hamas Weapons Cache in Vienna; UK Detainee Linked to Terror Plot (1:56): EU Probes Deutsche Börse and Nasdaq for Possible Anti-Competitive Practices in Derivatives Market (4:06): Revolutionary Map Reveals 300,000 km of Roman Roads, Transforming Understanding of Ancient Connectivity (6:58): Bundestag Debates AfD…

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EU Unveils High-Speed Rail Plan, Germany Bans Islamist Group, Italy Bets Big on AW249, France Grapples Pinewood Nematode, and more... 12:35

25d ago12:35

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(0:10): EU Unveils Ambitious Plan for High-Speed Cross-Border Rail Network by 2040 (2:41): Germany Bans Islamist Group Muslim Interaktiv Amid Social Media Recruitment Concerns (4:44): Italy Boosts Military Power with €1.22 Billion AW249 Helicopter Deal (8:03): Pinewood Nematode Outbreak in France Threatens Pine Forests: Urgent Containment Measures …

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EU Commends Ukraine Reforms, Munich Launches €1B AI Cloud Hub, EU Races for Climate Deal, French Hostages Freed in Iran, and more... 11:25

26d ago11:25

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(0:10): EU Praises Ukraine Reforms, Warns Serbia and Georgia on Democracy; Montenegro Nears Membership Talks Completion (2:28): €1 Billion AI Cloud Hub in Munich to Boost Europe's Industrial Competitiveness (4:54): EU Races to Secure Climate Deal Ahead of COP30 Amid Member State Divisions (6:58): French Hostages Freed in Iran: Cécile Kohler and Jac…

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Inside the UAE’s SME strategy 17:10

24d ago17:10

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In this episode of Business Extra, Abdulla bin Touq, Minister of Economy and Tourism, joins host Salim Essaid to discuss how the country is positioning itself as the global capital for start-ups and small and medium enterprises. Mr bin Touq explains how new economic reforms, ownership laws and innovation frameworks have reshaped the business landsc…

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Valencia Leader Resigns Over Flood Response, Babis Forms Eurosceptic Alliance, Spain Aguilar Faces Trial, Morocco Wins Western Sahara Backing, and more... 13:35

27d ago13:35

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Valencia Leader Resigns Amid Backlash Over Deadly Flood Response; Political Uncertainty Looms Czech Coalition Signals Shift: Babis Forms Eurosceptic Alliance, Challenges EU and NATO Policies Spain's Attorney General Faces Trial: Alleged Leak Sparks Political Tensions UN Backs Morocco's Autonomy Plan for Western Sahara, Boosting Rabat's Diplomatic S…

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Takeaways from Trump's Trip to Asia 27:35

26d ago27:35

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On this episode of the Trade Guys, we talk through the outcomes from President Trump's trip to Asia, including negotiations with China, the ROK, and ASEAN.By CSIS | Center for Strategic and International Studies

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Babis Starts Coalition Talks, Suspect Extradited for Nord Stream Sabotage, Arson Disrupts TGV Line, Junts Threatens Spain, and more... 12:38

1M ago12:38

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(0:10): Czech Leader Babis Begins Coalition Talks Amid Foreign Policy Debates and Controversies (2:24): Italian Court Approves Extradition of Suspect in Nord Stream Sabotage to Germany Amid Legal Battles (4:52): Arson Attack Paralyzes Southern France TGV Line; Major Delays and Cancellations Expected (7:24): Catalan Party Junts Threatens Spanish Gov…

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Austria Opposes Eurovision Israel Ban, Tusk Warns of Russian Threats, Germany Promotes School Crisis Education, WUC Urges Firms to Drop Hikvision, and more... 12:35

1M ago12:35

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(0:10): Austria's Chancellor Opposes Israel Ban from Eurovision 2026 Amid Political Tensions (2:47): Tusk: Europe Faces Persistent Russian Threats, Urges Vigilance Against Cyber and Nuclear Risks (5:35): Germany's Interior Minister Advocates Crisis Preparedness Education for Schoolchildren Amid Heightened Security Concerns (7:41): WUC Urges Europea…

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Shipping Emissions, Pre-APEC Tit For Tat, and U.S. Agriculture Exports 30:55

1M ago30:55

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On this episode of the Trade Guys, we discuss a vote on rules aimed at lowering carbon emissions from shipping which was called off under U.S. pressure. We also cover expanded rare earth export controls coming out of China and new CSIS findings on the severe impacts of retaliation on U.S. farmers.By CSIS | Center for Strategic and International Studies

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Major Space Collaboration, TotalEnergies Faces Greenwashing Charges, EU Debates 90 Emissions Cut, France Delays Pension Reform, and more... 12:45

1M ago12:45

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(0:10): Airbus, Thales, Leonardo Merge Space Divisions to Challenge SpaceX with New Entity 'Bromo' (2:12): TotalEnergies Convicted for Greenwashing: Court Challenges Company's 'Carbon Neutrality' Claims (4:48): EU Leaders Face Tense Debate on Bold 90% Emissions Cut by 2040 Amid Economic Concerns (7:44): France Halts Pension Reform: Retirement Age H…

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Lithuania Closes Airport, Imprisoned Journalists Win Sakharov, Eurostar Reveals New Double-Decker Trains, AfD Faces Espionage Allegations, and more... 13:27

1M ago13:27

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(0:10): Lithuania Shuts Down Airport Amid Balloon Smuggling Crisis from Belarus (2:19): Imprisoned Journalists Win 2025 Sakharov Prize for Human Rights Advocacy Amidst Repression (4:21): Eurostar Unveils €2 Billion Double-Decker Train Fleet for 2031 to Meet Rising Travel Demand (7:11): German Far-Right Party AfD Faces Espionage Allegations Over Rus…

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Wales Bonner Names Hermès Men's Head, Poland Foils Russian Sabotage, Dublin Protests Erupt, UK Deploys Troops to Ukraine, and more... 10:32

1M ago10:32

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(0:10): Grace Wales Bonner Makes History as Hermès' First Black Female Men's Creative Director (1:44): Poland Arrests Eight in Russian-Linked Sabotage Plot Targeting Military and Infrastructure (3:53): Dublin Tensions Rise: Protests Erupt After Alleged Assault at Citywest Asylum Center (5:30): UK Prepares to Deploy Troops to Ukraine for Ceasefire, …

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How Adnoc L&S became a global logistics power 9:25

28d ago9:25

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This episode was produced in partnership with the Adnoc Group Capt Abdulkareem Al Masabi, chief executive of Adnoc Logistics & Services, joins this episode of Business Extra to explore the rise of the UAE’s largest integrated maritime logistics company. Now ranked as the second-largest player in global energy logistics, Adnoc L&S has expanded its r…

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TKMS IPO Expands Globally, Belgium Pushes Afghan Deportations, Europe Combats Balkan Smuggling, Ex-AWO Protect CEOs Sentenced, and more... 11:40

1M ago11:40

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(0:10): TKMS IPO Soars as Germany's Naval Giant Eyes Global Expansion and Defense Modernization (3:24): Belgium Leads EU Push for Coordinated Afghan Deportations Amid Diplomatic Challenges (5:16): Europe Unites to Tackle Western Balkans Smuggling Routes Amid Russian Spy Allegations (7:14): Ex-AWO Protect CEOs Sentenced for Embezzlement and Fraud in…

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Trading Tales with the Export Stories Podcast 35:02

17d ago35:02

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On this episode of the Trade Guys, we join forces with Betsy Olim of the Export Stories Podcast to share stories from decades' worth of experience in trade.By CSIS | Center for Strategic and International Studies

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Drone Chaos at Palma, Miersch Warns Against AfD, Lithuania Acquires Black Hawks, Pacifiers Recalled Over BPA, and more... 9:19

1M ago9:19

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(0:10): Drone Disruption at Palma Airport Causes Chaos for British Tourists; Authorities Investigate Security Breach (1:50): Miersch Warns Against AfD Normalization, Urges Union to Uphold Democratic Values Amid Rising Tensions (3:28): Lithuania Bolsters Defense with First Black Hawk Helicopters Amid Regional Tensions (5:15): Pacifier Recall: High B…

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CDU Confronts AfD Rise, Merkel Faces Migration Criticism, EU Court Rules for Airline, Doctors Plan Nationwide Strike, and more... 12:16

2M ago12:16

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(0:10): CDU Debates Strategy Toward AfD Amid Rising Far-Right Influence and Internal Tensions (2:52): Chancellor Merz Faces Backlash Over Controversial 'Cityscape' Remarks on Migration (5:03): EU Court Sides with Airline in Pet 'Baggage' Dispute, Highlighting Legal Gaps in Animal Transport (6:47): Nationwide Strike Looms as Doctors Protest Governme…

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Ryanair Cuts Flights, Italy Blocks Ukrainian Suspect, Germany Modernizes Air Force, EU MP Accuses Orbán, and more... 10:34

2M ago10:34

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(0:10): Ryanair Slashes 800,000 Seats in Germany Over Travel Tax Dispute (2:06): Italy Halts Extradition of Ukrainian Nord Stream Sabotage Suspect Amid Legal Dispute (3:53): Germany to Acquire 20 Eurofighters for Modernizing Air Force, Boosting NATO Security (6:44): EU Parliament Member Accuses Hungarian PM Orbán of Espionage in Spyware Attack (8:2…

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Interwar 2: The 1919 Strikes! 1:20:36

2M ago1:20:36

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1919 was the year of strikes in North America. How general strikes in Winnipeg and Seattle shook the North American rulers, even though both were contained.By Justin Podur

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Benko Faces Court, BYD Expands into Spain, Germany Considers Military Draft, EU Fines Luxury Brands, and more... 12:59

2M ago12:59

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(0:10): Ex-Billionaire René Benko Faces Court Over €660,000 Concealment in Austria's Largest Economic Scandal (2:41): BYD Eyes Spain for New EV Manufacturing Hub Amid European Expansion Push (5:03): Germany Plans Military Draft Lottery Amid Recruitment Shortfalls; Public Opinion Divided (7:26): EU Fines Gucci, Chloé, Loewe €157M for Anti-Competitiv…

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Why more wealth is leaving the UK and landing in the UAE 19:35

1M ago19:35

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A quiet transformation is reshaping the global wealth map. High net-worth individuals are moving their assets from the UK to the UAE. The Revolut co-founder Nikolai Stronsky's recent change of tax residency from the UK to the UAE reflects a much broader trend. Higher taxes, the end of the UK’s non-dom regime, and general regulatory uncertainty are …

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EU Warns of Russia NATO Clash, PSD Wins Portugal Elections, EU Loosens Sustainability Rules, EU Aims to Boost Balkans, and more... 11:47

2M ago11:47

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(0:10): EU Intelligence Warns: Russia Poised for Direct Military Conflict with NATO Amid Rising Tensions (2:00): PSD Dominates 2025 Portugal Local Elections Amid Political Shifts and Fragmentation (4:50): EU Eases Corporate Sustainability Laws Amid Business Pressure, Sparking Accountability Concerns (7:24): EU Unveils Ambitious Plan to Double Weste…

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The Future of Globalization and Other Big Questions 25:23

30d ago25:23

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This week, the Trade Guys discuss the future of globalization, the rules-based order, and what may come next in front of a live audience.By CSIS | Center for Strategic and International Studies

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Portugal's Local Elections, Hamburg Approves Climate Plan, India EU Accelerate Trade Talks, Nuñez Becomes Interior Minister, and more... 11:27

2M ago11:27

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(0:10): Portugal's Pivotal Local Elections: A Civic Duty Shaping the Nation's Future (1:55): Hamburg Approves Ambitious Climate Plan for 2040, Defying Industry Warnings (4:25): India-EU Push to Finalize Trade Deal by December Amid Climate, Tariff Disputes (7:00): Laurent Nuñez Appointed France's New Interior Minister Amid Political Unrest (8:47): G…

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AER 152: The Third Ceasefire Begins… 1:06:54

2M ago1:06:54

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Jon Elmer joins. We discuss the beginning of the third Ceasefire in Israel’s genocidal war on Gaza.By Justin Podur

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Interwar 1919-1931 episode 1:The Looting System 53:16

2M ago53:16

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Reading the first two chapters of Michael Hudson’s Superimperialism, we study the transformation of the world financial system after World War I. That transformation is driven by a surprising decision by the US to insist on repayment of its loans to its allies, which in turn leads the allies (UK and France) to insist on … Continue reading "Interwar…

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Robert Badinter's Tomb Vandalized, FIFA Considers Winter 2034 World Cup, EU Launches Bold AI Plan, Putin Reinforces Central Asian Ties, and more... 12:50

2M ago12:50

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(0:10): Vandalism of Robert Badinter's Tomb Sparks Outrage, Condemned as Attack on Human Rights Legacy (2:08): FIFA Eyes Winter World Cup in 2034 Amid Climate Concerns and Player Safety Issues (4:22): EU Unveils Ambitious AI Strategies to Propel Europe to Global Leadership in Artificial Intelligence (7:25): Putin Visits Tajikistan for Rare Summit t…

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Nobel Honors Metal-Organic Frameworks, Germany's Industry Declines, Taiwan Alerts on China's Aggression, EFC Shapes European Football, and more... 13:10

2M ago13:10

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(0:10): Nobel Prize in Chemistry 2025 Honors Pioneers of Metal-Organic Frameworks for Environmental Breakthroughs (2:21): Germany's Industrial Output Plummets: Auto Sector Slumps Amid High Costs, Global Competition (5:22): Taiwan Warns of China's Escalating Military Activities and Hybrid Warfare Tactics (7:22): EFC Gains Power: Shaping Future of Eu…

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Ireland Unveils Budget 2026, Austria Seeks Wirecard Exec Deportation, Italy Calls for Global Ceasefire, Broadcasters Win 2026 Rights, and more... 12:31

2M ago12:31

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(0:10): Ireland's Budget 2026: Boosting Social Welfare, Raising Minimum Wage, and Investing in Housing and Climate Initiatives (3:10): Austria Moves to Revoke Fugitive Wirecard Exec's Citizenship Amid Espionage Allegations (5:20): Italy Proposes Global Ceasefire for 2026 Winter Olympics Amid Ongoing Geopolitical Tensions (8:12): ARD, ZDF, and Telek…

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What can Donald Trump’s Gaza economic plan offer without Palestinian sovereignty? 20:34

2M ago20:34

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By The National News

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France Investigates Siri Privacy, Boat Capsizes on Danube, Chinese Self-Driving Firms Expand, Germany Pursues Drone Supremacy, and more... 11:39

2M ago11:39

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By brief.news

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Dacia Reveals Urban EV, Germany Faces Housing Shortage, Montenegro Aims for EU 2028, Storm Floods Hamburg, and more... 11:39

2M ago11:39

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By brief.news

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Tariffs on Furniture, Pharma, and Films, China at the WTO, and AGOA Expiration 30:44

1M ago30:44

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By CSIS | Center for Strategic and International Studies

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Civ 1919: Treaty of Versailles 14 – Final Roundup of Critics of the Treaty – Dulles, Churchill, Hitler 1:02:26

2M ago1:02:26

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A final roundup of critics of the Treaty of Versailles, including some big names.By Justin Podur

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AER 151: Running for Party Leader as an anti-Genocide candidate 38:22

2M ago38:22

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Yves Engler is a lifelong Palestine activist – fighting Canada’s complicity in the Gaza genocide – who is running for leadership of Canada’s New Democratic Party. We talk about the platform of policies that Yves is presenting in the run for the nomination, including Land Back, Anticolonization, Anti-Imperialism, and Socialism.…