# The Globalist

Monocle’s unrivalled coverage of news and current affairs kicks off on weekdays with ‘The Globalist’ at 07.00 GMT/08.00 CET. Anchored from London and Zürich, join our editors for insight and opinion on the big current affairs and business stories of the day and a review of the European front pages. Nominated for Best Daily Podcast in the 2020 British Podcast Awards.

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## [Why Bangkok and Canberra are drawing closer](https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-globalist/why-bangkok-and-canberra-are-drawing-closer)

_2026-08-19_

Thailand's prime minister travels to Canberra as Bangkok looks to deepen ties with Australia. Could the relationship offer Thailand a useful alternative to its reliance on China? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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## [The art of mediation: Can Kushner break the Gaza deadlock?](https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-globalist/the-art-of-mediation-can-kushner-break-the-gaza-deadlock)

_2026-08-18_

Can Jared Kushner bridge the divide between Hamas and Benjamin Netanyahu? We examine the art of mediation, how negotiators can break the deadlock over disarmament and withdrawal, and what leverage Washington and regional powers have to help secure a deal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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## [Live from Zürich with Tyler Brûlé: Why does Switzerland’s immigration rate keep tumbling?](https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-globalist/live-from-z-rich-with-tyler-br-l-why-does-switzerland-s-immigration-rate-keep-tumbling)

_2026-08-17_

Why does Switzerland's immigration rate keep tumbling? Then: outrage in North Korea as the US and South Korea begin joint military drills. And: we look at why specialist bookshops are still essential. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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## [Live from Zürich: Switzerland’s neutrality vote and the impact on Swiss foreign policy](https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-globalist/live-from-z-rich-switzerland-s-neutrality-vote-and-the-impact-on-swiss-foreign-policy)

_2026-08-14_

With war in Europe, should Switzerland take a stricter approach to its neutrality stance? As campaigning starts on the Neutrality Initiative, we discuss how it could impact the Alpine nation's standing in the world. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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## [Wargames: How Democrats are preparing as Trump threatens to meddle in the midterms](https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-globalist/wargames-how-democrats-are-preparing-as-trump-threatens-to-meddle-in-the-midterms)

_2026-08-13_

Amid fears that President Trump might interfere in the looming November ballot, primary votes in Minnesota and Wisconsin have revealed the differences between establishment candidates and more progressive elements in the Democratic Party. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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## [Who controls Greenland’s future and what does it actually want?](https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-globalist/who-controls-greenland-s-future-and-what-does-it-actually-want)

_2026-08-12_

Greenland issues a warning after drilling equipment linked to the US was brought ashore without approval. We explore the future of the territory. Plus: on board Bombardier's Global 8000, the world's fastest civil aircraft. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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## [Global shipping routes face a new era of uncertainty](https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-globalist/global-shipping-routes-face-a-new-era-of-uncertainty)

_2026-08-11_

We look at low water levels on the Rhine, South Korea's Arctic ambitions and what these shifts mean for global trade on the Strait of Hormuz. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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## [Ships, submarines and planes: why Halifax is taking off as Canada’s defence hub](https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-globalist/ships-submarines-and-planes-why-halifax-is-taking-off-as-canada-s-defence-hub)

_2026-08-10_

We look at what's making the capital and largest city of Nova Scotia a boom town for defence industries. Then: should we be worried that AI writing is taking over from human writing? And: could Seoul authorities succeed in creating a city that never sleeps? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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## [What defence lessons can Taiwan learn from Ukraine?](https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-globalist/what-defence-lessons-can-taiwan-learn-from-ukraine)

_2026-08-07_

There are no official military or diplomatic links between Kyiv and Taipei but communication is growing, what might they teach the other? Then: Tomos Parry, chef behind Michelin-starred Brat , on bringing his food to the skies. And: we look at our summer newspaper 'Med, Mountains & More'. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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## [Is Ukraine’s ‘drone diplomacy’ enough to keep Europe’s full support?](https://omny.fm/shows/monocle-24-the-globalist/is-ukraine-s-drone-diplomacy-enough-to-keep-europe-s-full-support)

_2026-08-06_

Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky announces multiple drone deals as Russia steps up attacks. Then: South Korea plans a new train to the North. Plus: Myanmar's club scene, luxury hotel refurbishments and music from Japan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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