Best New Lines Institute For Strategy And Policy Podcasts (2025)

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Global Hotspots: Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Faces Challenges 24:16

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This week, in the Middle East, Israel and Hamas started implementing the first phase of their ceasefire deal, although violations and delays were reported. In the Indo-Pacific, U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to increase tariffs on Chinese imports ahead of a planned meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping and said India confirmed it would …

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Activists Make History: Draw the Line with Atiya Jaffar 34:00

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The 350 Canada Campaigns Manager collaborated with climate, labour, Indigenous, and social justice movements to draw the line against fossil fuel expansion. On September 20, 2025, thousands of Canadians took to the streets uniting climate justice, migrant justice, economic justice, Indigenous rights, and anti-war movements, calling for government a…

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Trump, Dollar, and Gold 22:58

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Traditionally, central banks hold different assets such as US Treasuries, gold, and foreign currencies. For many years, US Treasuries have enjoyed a strong position as a major part of these reserves. This trend is now shifting in a big way, and gold has started to play a much bigger role wherein it recently surpassed the Euro to become the second-l…

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U.S.-Based Charities are Funding Israeli Settlements 43:31

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In this episode of the Bridging the Gap podcast, host Rachel Nelson talks with Matthew Petti, an assistant editor at Reason whose work has appeared in outlets including the BBC, The Intercept, and New Lines Magazine. They discuss the covert funding of Israeli settlements by U.S.-registered charities, specifically what projects and purchases they ar…

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China is Making China+1 A Reality 38:18

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In this episode of 'All Things Policy', Shobhankita Reddy speaks to Anushka Saxena on China's latest export restrictions on rare earth elements and magnets, and what it says about China's perception of leverage in its technological competition with the US. They also dive deep into the context of China's rare earth supply chain dominance, and whethe…

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Social Democrats of the North - Phillips Thompson: Labor Reform Songster 16:31

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The prolific satirist-turned-labour-leader penned the first full account of working-class struggles in 19th century Canada. Shortly after Confederation, Canadian cities were teeming with impoverished workers and rapid industrialization. While socialist movements were taking shape across Europe, Phillips Thompson became a leading voice for Canadian …

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US Government Shutdown: Causes, Issues and Resolution Scenarios 24:58

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In this episode of All Things Policy podcast, Swathi Kalyani is in conversation with Abhishek Kadiyala to discuss the ongoing U.S. government shutdown. A U.S. government shutdown occurs when the Congress fails to pass appropriation bills that allocate funding to various government agencies before October 1 each year. This year, the shutdown has res…

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Increasing India's R&D Spending: PGP Students Weigh In 24:59

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India's gross expenditure on research and development (GERD) is approximately 0.6%- 0.7% of its GDP and has remained relatively stagnant over the last 20 years. Its relatively low R&D spending contributes to India's lag in innovation and adoption of advanced technologies, which in turn slows technological adoption and weakens its global competitive…

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The Future of Nepal 18:02

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Nepal is navigating a critical phase of political transition, economic reform, and evolving regional dynamics. In this episode of All Things Policy, Wini Fred Gurung speaks with Professor S. D. Muni, Professor Emeritus at Jawaharlal Nehru University and India’s former Special Envoy to Southeast Asian countries, to discuss these developments and wha…

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On Fascism with Jon Weier 22:04

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In September 2025 the Broadbent Institute joined left–wing think tanks from Chile, Brazil, Colombia, Mexico, Uruguay and Spain to support the establishment of a global network of think tanks that produce rigorous analysis, foster data-driven debate, and contribute to the search for proposals in defense of democracy. In the declarative agreement beh…

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Global Hotspots: Israel and Hamas Reach Ceasefire Deal 21:10

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This week, in the Middle East, Israel and Hamas agreed to implement the first phase of a U.S.-led ceasefire deal following its signing in Egypt, while U.S. President Donald Trump has announced he may travel to Israel in the coming days. In the Indo-Pacific, China expanded restrictions on rare earth exports and added sanctions against foreign defens…

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India's Grand Strategy Towards Pakistan 33:24

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While there is extensive literature studying Pakistan's policies and motivations over the decades, there is a limited understanding of the architecture of India's Grand Strategy towards Pakistan. Individual events, military actions, and diplomatic decisions are studied and deliberated, but India's actions are rarely understood within an analytical …

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AI and National Power 24:11

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In this episode of All Things Policy, Ashwin Prasad and Adya Madhavan explore the connection between artificial intelligence and how it augments and changes different aspects of power. All Things Policy is a daily podcast on public policy brought to you by the Takshashila Institution, Bengaluru. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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PPPs for India’s Monuments 25:25

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Gender, Data, and Policy 37:28

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Unpacking China's AI+ Initiative 34:50

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A few weeks ago, China's State Council released the AI+ Initiative - a fairly significant policy document about the integration of artificial intelligence in key sectors of the economy. In this episode, Shobhankita Reddy and Anushka Saxena of the Takshashila Institution break down the key features of the document, the Chinese model of "command and …

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Global Hotspots: U.S. Launches New Peace Proposal for Israel-Gaza War 25:13

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This week, Israel accepted a U.S. proposal to end the war in Gaza that has received support from Qatar and Egypt, while U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order providing safety guarantees to Qatar. In the Russia/Ukraine conflict, Trump is considering providing Ukraine with Tomahawk cruise missiles and targeting intelligence, and G7 co…

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The Nuclear Chess Game: Oil Money & Atomic Power 41:42

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On September 17th, 2025, the world witnessed what might either turn out to be the most consequential defence agreement since NATO's founding, or might fizzle out as something that's not as disruptive as it might seem. Pakistan and Saudi Arabia didn't just sign a mutual defence pact - they potentially rewrote the rules of nuclear deterrence, economi…

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Social Democrats of the North - Médéric Lanctôt: Canada's First Social Democrat 15:14

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It’s 1867 and Canada has just officially separated itself from Great Britain and become its own country. But, are there any social democrats around? In this episode, we meet Médéric Lanctôt - the journalist, politician, and union leader from Montreal who can be considered to be Canada’s first social democrat. From working with the homeless to organ…

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Does the Greater Bengaluru Authority mean a Better Bengaluru? 47:05

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Bengaluru entered a new era of governance on September 2, when the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) came into force. What does this mean for Bengaluru city dwellers and, more generally, urban governance? In this episode of All Things Policy, Suman Joshi and Bharath Reddy spoke to urban governance expert Mathew Idiculla to understand. All Things Po…

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India-China in the Indian Subcontinent: Challenges and Opportunities 53:44

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In this episode of All Things Policy, Abhishek Kadiyala is in conversation with Constantino Xavier, and Shruti Jargad from CSEP to discuss how India and China view the Indian subcontinent and each other's role in it. China views the subcontinent through different cultural and geopolitical lenses and views itself as a central player in the region. A…

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Global Hotspots: Q4 Forecast Outlook 29:26

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The fourth quarter of 2025 will be headlined by the potential for military escalation in the Middle East, including increased Israeli operations in Gaza and the expansion of Israel’s targeting of Iran-aligned groups throughout the region.In the Russia/Ukraine conflict, the fourth quarter will be marked by hybrid escalation in the form of additional…

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Geopolitics in Flux: Challenges and Opportunities for Companies 34:14

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In this episode, Sowmya Prabhakar and Bhumika Sevkani sit down with Srividya Jandhyala, Associate Professor at ESSEC Business School, to unpack how today’s shifting geopolitical landscape is reshaping the world of business. From the evolving role of managers to strategies for navigating uncertainty, the discussion explores both the challenges and o…

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Why Did the U.S. Withdrawal from Afghanistan Fail? 46:03

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In this episode of the Contours Podcast, host Robert Kremzner sits down with John Nagl and Jonathan Schroden, experts in irregular warfare and the American experience in Afghanistan. Together, they go over the strategic, operational, and tactical failure of the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, how the Afghanistan withdrawal can inform future withd…

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An Assessment on Indian Geospatial Portals 33:27

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In this episode of All Things Policy, Swathi Kalyani and Anisree Suresh discuss the capabilities and challenges of India’s geospatial portals. They also examine what holds them back compared to global counterparts, and highlight how India can fine-tune its policies to make geospatial portals more accessible, innovative, and citizen-centric. All Thi…

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The Geometry of Uncertainty: India-US Relationship and Quad’s Future 28:02

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In this episode of All Things Policy, Vanshika Saraf is joined by Rushali Saha, a Maitri Fellow at the United States Studies Centre in Sydney. Together, they examine whether the Quad is beginning to drift in the choppy waters of the Indo-Pacific. Recent developments, from stalled trade talks to a sudden spike in visa fees, have tested the foundatio…

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Bengaluru's Yellow Metro Line Through Geopolitical Tracks 44:17

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On 10 August 2025, after a long delay, the yellow metro line was finally inaugurated by PM Modi in Bengaluru. But just a month after the inauguration, long wait times, overcrowding and underutilisation of potential continue to plague the nearly 19 km line that connects RV Road with Bommasandra. The reason? Geopolitics, because of the involvement of…

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Society, State & Market: India’s Cyber Awareness Playbook 42:41

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Cyber scams, phishing links, ransomware attacks and digital threats are everywhere. In this episode of All Things Policy, Sowmya Prabhakar (COO, Takshashila Institution) chats with Vinay Nagaraj and Lokendra Sharma about how the society, government and markets can join forces to keep our data safe and our clicks smarter. Tune in for practical tips,…

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Global Hotspots: Israel Faces Diplomatic Fallout Amid Gaza City Offensive 25:29

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This week, Israel initiated its full ground invasion of Gaza City, while the United Arab Emirates and other Arab states warned they may reconsider their diplomatic ties with Israel. In the Indo-Pacific, the U.S. and China agreed on a framework deal regarding the sale of Chinese social media app TikTok, extending its deadline, while China ordered it…

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Emission Trading Systems and the Pursuit of Green Competitiveness 27:01

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China plans to implement absolute caps on carbon emissions for its industries. The Chinese Emissions Trading System (ETS) covers the power, steel, cement and aluminium sectors, accounting for 60% of the country's total emissions. In this episode, Bhumika Sevkani, Research Analyst with the Indo-Pacific Studies programme, and Anisree Suresh, Research…

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Carney and the Calgary School with Mack Penner 28:13

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In the the Summer 2025 issue of Perspectives Journal, University of Calgary post doc and Parkland Institute board member Mack Penner wrote ‘Carney and the Calgary School: or, Passive Revolution and Canada’s Social State in the Neoliberal Era,’ tracing the origins of Prime Minister Mark Carney’s economic thinking to the Calgary School. The Calgary S…

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Inside the State Department: U.S. Policy on Israel and Palestine and the Future of Middle East Peace 1:23:37

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In this episode of the Bridging the Gap Podcast, Rachel Nelson sits down with Andrew P. Miller, a senior fellow at the Center for American Progress (CAP) and former Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Israeli-Palestinian Affairs in the Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs at the U.S. Department of State. They discuss his experience shaping U.S. polic…

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India's Military Wishlist: Understanding the TPCR 27:44

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In this episode of All Things Policy, Adya Madhavan and Anwesha Sen discuss the latest edition of India’s Technology Perspective Capability Roadmap, or TPCR, and consider its significance for defence procurement, industry, and modern military capability. All Things Policy is a daily podcast on public policy brought to you by the Takshashila Institu…

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Inequality Beyond Indices 33:01

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In this episode of All Things Policy, Sridhar Krishna (Senior Scholar), Suman Joshi (Staff Programme Manager, GCPP) and Kripa Koshy (Staff Programme Manager, PGP) take a high-level look at the state of Indian society vis-à-vis inequalities and contradictions that pervade it. They pay particular attention to the story beyond economic indices, with p…

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Activists Make History: Holding the Line with Wesley Lesosky, CUPE Air Canada Component President 37:00

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Peggy Nash chats with Air Canada flight attendants union leader Wesley Lesosky about the recent strike and the fight for fair pay in the airline industry. In August 2025, Air Canada flight attendants made headlines for striking when the employer left the bargaining table and for refusing to follow back-to-work orders issued by the Carney government…

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Thinking through the Dalai Lama's Succession 34:03

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In this episode of All Things Policy, Amit Kumar and Anushka Saxena discuss the scenarios to witness during the succession of the 14th Dalai Lama. Given the importance of the issue to the Gaden Phodrang Trust, the believers of Tibetan Buddhism, and Beijing, there is both a religious and geopolitical vantage point from which to assess India and Chin…

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Unpacking India's Agricultural Trade 30:30

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In this episode of All Things Policy, Anisree Suresh and Swathi Kalyani unpack India’s agricultural trade policies, examining where the country holds export potential and what it must do to maximise gains from its agriculture sector. They discuss India’s farm trade policy and suggest calibrated liberalisation, tariff easing, and leveraging strength…

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Global Hotspots: Israel Strikes Hamas in Qatar; Russian Drones Shot Down in Poland 25:04

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This week, in the wake of an Israeli air attack targeting Hamas leadership in Qatar, Doha called for an emergency summit to convene next week. In the Russia/Ukraine conflict, NATO forces shot down Russian drones that crossed into Polish airspace from Ukraine, with Poland subsequently triggering NATO’s Article 4 consultation process. In the Indo-Pac…

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India's Flash Flood Reality and the Challenges Ahead 38:00

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In this episode of All Things Policy, Swathi Kalyani, Geospatial Research analyst at the Takshashila Institution and Mr. Vipul Anand, Consultant to the Water Resources Division, Bureau of Indian Standards, Government of India discuss about the critical world of flash flood management. They explore what distinguishes these sudden, devastating events…

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Beyond 9/11: Al-Qaeda’s Evolution and Relevance 25:59

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More than two decades after 9/11, al-Qaeda continues to quietly rebuild, embed in local conflicts, and sustain a decentralised global network. In this episode, Aishwaria Sonavane speaks with Kabir Taneja to unpack where al-Qaeda stands today, its regional affiliates, and what its evolution means for the Indian subcontinent. All Things Policy is a d…

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A Gendered Analysis of Aggression and International Law 29:57

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In this episode of Gendering Geopolitics, New Lines’ own Emily Prey sits down with renowned international lawyers Louise Arimatsu and Christine Chinkin, authors of the New Lines report “A Gendered Analysis of Aggression and International Law.” Among other topics, their discussion touches on how gender is used to justify aggression; the gaps in inte…

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India’s Ban on Online Real Money Gaming 25:01

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The recent blanket ban of online real money gaming in India has upended a multi-billion dollar industry and raised urgent questions about jobs, user protection, and market regulation. In this episode of All Things Policy, Adya Madhavan and Anwesha Sen break down the new law’s impact on platforms, players, and policymakers—and explore whether this r…

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Is the 'Shanghai Spirit' the New 'Washington Consensus'? 34:10

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The Shanghai Cooperation Summit in Tianjin, China, concluded with many substantive agreements between 'partner' countries surrounding the creation of a new bank, the addition of new members, and the creation of a global economy that suits the interests of developing countries. But does it create the trajectory for the charting of a new world order?…

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AI for All: Making the case for AI that is Open 37:08

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In a world of shifting power dynamics, who controls access to AI? Join us as we unpack the critical issues of AI sovereignty and access. In this episode of All Things Policy, our expert guest, Amanda Brock, CEO of OpenUK, discusses with Bharath Reddy on how open AI, software, hardware, data, and standards might hold the key. All Things Policy is a …

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Global Hotspots: China Highlights Ties with Russia and North Korea at Key Summits 24:13

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This week, China hosted the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation security forum, attended by 20 foreign leaders including Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. Meanwhile, French President Emmanuel Macron hosted Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and representatives of Ukraine’s allies in a new round of discussions …

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The Paradoxes in China as a Tech Power 31:52

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How did China become a tech superpower, and can it last? Join Shobhankita Reddy and Ashwin Prasad as they explore the foundations of China's technological rise—from its achievements to the hidden fragilities that threaten its future. If you are keen to learn more, check out the chapter co-authored by Shobhankita Reddy and Pranay Kotasthane in a rec…

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The Withdrawal of UNIFIL from Lebanon 24:19

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In this episode of the New Lines Countours podcast, Director Caroline Rose sits down with New Lines Senior Fellow Faysal Itani to discuss the potential withdrawal of the United Nations Interim Force In Lebanon (UNIFIL). Together, they discuss the role that UNIFIL has played over the previous decades, the challenges that the interim force faces, and…

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When Geopolitics Pulls the Plug on Technology 23:53

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In this episode of All Things Policy, Bharath Reddy chats with Arindam Gowsami on how geopolitics is increasingly shaping tech decisions. A US software company blocked services to a Russian-backed Indian oil refiner to comply with EU sanctions. An evolving tech landscape for companies and governments alike. All Things Policy is a daily podcast on p…

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Gendering Geopolitics: Peacebuilding Through Ancestral Wisdom 21:21

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In this episode of Gendering Geopolitics, New Lines Associate Analyst Amari Jones sits down with Nyamal Tutdeal, a globally recognized South Sudanese-Ethiopian-American peace architect who has transformed conflict into healing through her blend of academic excellence and ancestral wisdom. Together, they explore the intersection of identity, power, …

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America's Endgame and the China Challenge 32:09

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In this episode of 'All Things Policy', Anushka Saxena interviews Dr. April Herlevi, CNA-affiliated expert on PRC security and foreign policy. Dr. Herlevi highlights the thinking behind security-related decision-making in the Trump administration, and how China's pan-securitisation of geopolitics, geoeconomics and technology exchanges is a primary …