Chatham House specials

A semi-regular series hosted by staff from across Chatham House (The Royal Institute of International Affairs). Each episode looks beyond the news to the issues shaping global politics.

The Open Centre: Reimagining Europe’s Offer to a Fractured World 08/06/2026

The Open Centre: Reimagining Europe’s Offer to a Fractured World ‘Europe is like faith: when you have it, nothing can shake it,’ says Grégoire Roos, director of the Europe and Russia and Eurasia Programmes at Chatham House. He explains why he believes Europe should stop defining itself in relation to the United States and China, reject narratives of civilizational decline, and instead build a more confident, open and inclusive vision for its role in the world. Grégoire Roos speaks with Mike Higgins, editor of The World Today, in a wide-ranging conversation based on his essay, ‘The Open Centre: Reimagining Europe’ s Offer to a Fractured World’, published in the summer issue of The World Today. Read the full article: /episode/index/show/undercurrents/id/42342830

As Europe faces flying alone, will Germany be the main pilot? 06/23/2026

As Europe faces flying alone, will Germany be the main pilot? Why did the German-French-Spanish fighter project – the Future Combat Air System – fail? Has Germany’s rise to become Europe’s leading defence investor profoundly shifted the balance of power on the continent? In a wide-ranging discussion about European defence ahead of the NATO summit in Ankara on 7-8 July, Dr Marion Messmer, Director of Chatham House’s International Security Programme, and Grégoire Roos, Director of the Europe, Russia and Eurasia Programmes take a deep dive into these questions with Stephen Farrell, head of News and Comment. /episode/index/show/undercurrents/id/41740800

Thatcher to Trump: Lawrence Freedman on UK foreign policy in wars and crises 06/15/2026

Thatcher to Trump: Lawrence Freedman on UK foreign policy in wars and crises Lawrence Freedman, author and international relations authority, reflects on the ‘utter chaos’ of the Trump administration, America’s ‘catastrophic’ foreign policy, the likelihood of an international shock to Britain’s politics, the impact of Margaret Thatcher and Ronald Reagan in his time working at Chatham House, his meetings with KGB agents, and much more, in a wide-ranging conversation with Olivia O’Sullivan, director of the UK in the World Programme, Chatham House.  For an edited version of this conversation, read the summer issue of , including:  Article |  Article |  Article |  Lawrence Freedman’s latest book is ‘On Strategists and Strategy: Collected Essays 2014-2024’ (Oxford University Press) and he contributed a chapter to the recently published ‘Chatham House: The First Hundred Years’ (Oxford University Press). He also co-authors ‘Comment is Freed’, a Substack newsletter. /episode/index/show/undercurrents/id/41646285

Haiti’s security crisis: what’s next? 02/12/2026

Haiti’s security crisis: what’s next? With the publication of the recent Chatham House research paper ‘A roadmap for security and governance reform in Haiti’, Christopher Sabatini and Laurel Rapp discuss how the international community can help Haiti. /episode/index/show/undercurrents/id/40086340

Reflections at 100: Women in international affairs 12/19/2022

Reflections at 100: Women in international affairs The last episode of Reflections at 100, marking the centenary of International Affairs, looks at women’s contributions to international thought, and how they have been erased from the discipline of International Relations. Isabel and Krisztina speak to Dr Katharina Rietzler about women’s contributions to the journal and international relations, especially in the UK. Then, Krisztina speaks to Professor Barbara Savage about Black women’s contributions to international relations in the US. To wrap up this episode, Leah de Haan sheds light on Chatham House's Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) initiative and Jo Hills shares their thoughts about putting together the archive collections. Reflections at 100 is a mini-series accompanying the journal’s centenary Archive Collections. The collections bring together articles from our archive which speak to the past, present and future of current affairs issues. In each podcast episode, we speak to contributors from a specific collection and explore what the research tells us about policy-making today. Explore the Archive Collection freely until the end of December 2022, including Katharina’s introduction: . International Affairs was started at Chatham House in 1922 to communicate research to members who could not attend in person. Over the last 100 years it has transformed into a journal that publishes academically rigorous and policy relevant research. It is published for Chatham House by Oxford University Press. Credits: Speakers: Barbara D. Savage, Katharina Rietzler, Leah de Haan and Jo Hills Hosts: Isabel Muttreja and Krisztina Csortea Editor: Jamie Reed Sound Services Recorded and produced by Chatham House. /episode/index/show/undercurrents/id/25370022

Reflections at 100: Empire and decolonization 11/01/2022

Reflections at 100: Empire and decolonization This episode of Reflections at 100, marking the centenary of International Affairs, the journal of Chatham House, looks at how empire and decolonization have been discussed in the journal. Isabel and Krisztina speak to Meera Sabaratnam about how thinkers and policy-makers from the 1920s to 1970s understood both empire and then decolonization. Meera highlights four tensions present within the discussions, and how these may impact the international order today. Inderjeet Parmar delves deeper into the influence of Chatham House at the time and situates these discussions in the broader thinktank and global context. Reflections at 100 is a mini-series accompanying the journal’s centenary Archive Collections. The collections bring together articles from our archive which speak to the past, present and future of current affairs issues. In each podcast episode we speak to editors and contributors to the collection and explore what the research tells us about policy-making today. Explore the Archive Collection, free to access until mid-November 2022, including Meera's introduction: International Affairs was started at Chatham House in 1922 to communicate research to members who could not attend in person. Over the last 100 years it has transformed into a journal that publishes academically rigorous and policy relevant research. It is published for Chatham House by Oxford University Press. Credits: Speakers: Meera Sabaratnam and Inderjeet Parmar Hosts: Isabel Muttreja and Krisztina Csortea Editor: Jamie Reed Sound Services Recorded and produced by Chatham House. /episode/index/show/undercurrents/id/24866256

Reflections at 100: Refugees and migration 08/12/2022

Reflections at 100: Refugees and migration What drives refugee movements and how should policies manage them? This episode of Reflections at 100, marking the centenary of International Affairs, the journal of Chatham House, looks at refugees and migration. Isabel speaks to Emily Venturi about the movement of refugees, the development of global humanitarian systems and the change in thinking on refugees over time. Then she interviews Ali Bilgic on how populism has impacted refugee policy in Britain, and women’s experiences of the detention system. Reflections at 100 is a mini-series accompanying the journal’s centenary Archive Collections. The collections bring together articles from our archive which speak to the past, present and future of current affairs issues. In each podcast episode we speak to contributors from the issue and explore what the research tells us about policy-making today. International Affairs was started at Chatham House in 1922 to communicate research to members who could not attend in person. Over the last 100 years it has transformed into a journal that publishes academically rigorous and policy relevant research. It is published for Chatham House by Oxford University Press. . Explore the Archive Collection freely until the end of August 2022, including Emily’s introduction: Read Ali Bilgic and Athina Gkouti’s article: Credits: Speakers: Emily Venturi and Ali Bilgic Hosts: Isabel Muttreja Editor: Jamie Reed Sound Services Recorded and produced by Chatham House. /episode/index/show/undercurrents/id/24026583

War in Ukraine: Rebuilding Ukraine 08/04/2022

War in Ukraine: Rebuilding Ukraine In this final episode of our special series, we speak to Ambassador Vadym Prystaiko and Professor Georgiy Kassianov. How can Ukraine rebuild while coexisting with Russia? What is needed to rebuild a stronger country efficiently and effectively? Host: Ned Sedgwick Guests : (Ukrainian diplomat currently serving as Ukraine's Ambassador to the UK), Professor Georgiy Kassianov (Maria Curie-Skłodowska University in Lublin, Poland) This episode was produced by David Dargahi of on behalf of . /episode/index/show/undercurrents/id/23956686

War in Ukraine: How Russia and its oligarchs avoid sanctions 07/28/2022

War in Ukraine: How Russia and its oligarchs avoid sanctions How have western financial institutions created loopholes for the Russian elite? Are sanctions truly enforceable on oligarchs with a strong foothold in cities like London? What is Putin’s role in all of this? Host: Ned Sedgwick Guests: (Chatham House Visiting Fellow, Russia and Eurasia Programme), (author of Butler to the World and Moneyland) This episode was produced by David Dargahi of on behalf of . /episode/index/show/undercurrents/id/23886174

War in Ukraine: Impact of ongoing food shortage crisis 07/21/2022

War in Ukraine: Impact of ongoing food shortage crisis In this episode we follow up on the food shortage crisis we looked at in the beginning weeks of the war on . What long-term problems can we expect because of the disruption to agriculture in Ukraine? Is there any hope for a solution? Host: Ned Sedgwick Guests : (Chatham House Senior Research Fellow, Global Economy and Finance Programme; Project Director, Global Trade Policy Forum), (Chatham House Senior Research Fellow, Environment and Society Programme) This episode was produced by David Dargahi of on behalf of . /episode/index/show/undercurrents/id/23814575

War in Ukraine: The UN and EU response 07/14/2022

War in Ukraine: The UN and EU response What can the UN do on the ground to help the people of Ukraine? Does the war bring the EU a greater sense of purpose or does it mask underlying issues? Host: Ned Sedgwick Guests : (Head of Communications at The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs) (Research Fellow, Europe Progamme) This episode was produced by David Dargahi of on behalf of . /episode/index/show/undercurrents/id/23741876

Episode 107: Transformative diplomacy in peace talks 07/08/2022

Episode 107: Transformative diplomacy in peace talks Why are some peace talks more fruitful than others? Why do negotiations break down? What role can mediators play in sensitive discussions? To answer these questions, Mariana is joined by Isabel Bramsen, who discusses her recent article in the International Affairs journal. In it, Isabel draws on her research and first-hand experiences as a neutral observer during the Philippines peace talks in 2017. They explore key learnings for policymakers and diplomats, including the transformative role of in-person interactions. Then, Isabel assesses the prospect of peace talks in the context of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Read the International Affairs article: Credits: Speaker: Isabel Bramsen Host: Mariana Vieira Editor: Jamie Reed Recorded and produced by Chatham House. /episode/index/show/undercurrents/id/23666720

War in Ukraine: Military doctrine 07/07/2022

War in Ukraine: Military doctrine What has the war revealed about both the Russian and Ukranian military capabilities? Was the Russian military surprisingly unprepared? What impact is the course of the war having on the global military industrial complex. Host: Ned Sedgwick Guests : (Chatham House Editor of International Affairs, Professor of International Security at Kings College), (Professor at the School of Politics, University of Nottingham) This episode was produced by David Dargahi of on behalf of . /episode/index/show/undercurrents/id/23665124

War in Ukraine: Ukrainian identity 06/30/2022

War in Ukraine: Ukrainian identity How has the war impacted Ukranians' sense of identity? How has Ukrainian language, culture, and politics changed after fall of the Soviet Union. Are Putin’s views on Ukrainian identity shared by others in Russia? Host: Ned Sedgwick Guests: (Head and Research Fellow, Ukraine Forum, Russia and Eurasia Programme); Professor (Maria Curie-Skłodowska University in Lublin, Poland, author of “From 'the Ukraine' to Ukraine. In the search of the future, 1991-2021"). This episode was produced by David Dargahi of on behalf of . /episode/index/show/undercurrents/id/23586386

Reflections at 100: China in international politics 06/17/2022

Reflections at 100: China in international politics This episode of Reflections at 100, marking the centenary of International Affairs, the journal of Chatham House, looks at China’s role in the world over the past century. Isabel Muttreja and Krisztina Csortea speak to Evelyn Goh, who provides a whistle-stop tour of Chinese history. They also discuss how China has been understood in the journal over time. Then Krisztina interviews Rosemary Foot about the impact of history on current affairs in China, before Isabel gets Xiangfeng Yang’s perspective on US–China relations from Donald Trump to current US president Joe Biden. Reflections at 100 is a mini-series accompanying the journal’s centenary Archive Collections. The collections bring together articles from our archive which speak to the past, present and future of current affairs issues. In each podcast episode we speak to contributors from the issue and explore what the research tells us about policy-making today.  International Affairs was started at Chatham House in 1922 to communicate research to members who could not attend in person. Over the last 100 years it has transformed into a journal that publishes academically rigorous and policy relevant research. It is published for Chatham House by Oxford University Press. .  Explore the Archive Collection freely until the end of June 2022, including Evelyn’s introduction:  Read Rosemary Foot’s article: Read Xiangfeng Yang’s article: Credits:  Speakers: Evelyn Goh, Rosemary Foot, Xiangfeng Yang Hosts: Isabel Muttreja, Krisztina Csortea  Editor: Jamie Reed Sound Services  Recorded and produced by Chatham House /episode/index/show/undercurrents/id/23457119

War in Ukraine: The world reaction - the United States 06/16/2022

War in Ukraine: The world reaction - the United States How has the relationship with the United States and Putin changed from president to president? When did the relationship sour and what, if anything, could have been done to send warning signals to Putin? Host: Ned Sedgwick Guests: Dr Leslie Vinjamuri (Director, US and the Americas Programme Chatham House), Dr Charles Kupchan (Professor of International Affairs at Georgetown University, former Senior Advisor to President Obama) This episode was produced by David Dargahi of on behalf of . /episode/index/show/undercurrents/id/23446202

War in Ukraine: The world reaction - Brazil and Africa 06/09/2022

War in Ukraine: The world reaction - Brazil and Africa How have Brazil and Africa reacted to the war in Ukraine? With impending elections in Brazil, how is President Bolsonaro’s relationship with Putin received by the public? How will food insecurity affect African nations' response to the war? Host: Ned Sedgwick Guests: Oliver Stuenkel (Associate Professor at the Getulio Vargas Foundation), Samuel Ramani (University of Oxford & Assoc Fellow at the Royal United Services Institute for Defense and Security Studies) This episode was produced by David Dargahi and Anouk Millet of on behalf of . /episode/index/show/undercurrents/id/23375048

Episode 106: China's economic perfect storm 06/03/2022

Episode 106: China's economic perfect storm The war in Ukraine and global cost-of-living crisis are exerting pressure on economies across the world. With ongoing COVID-19 lockdowns and food supply chain issues on top of this, China is facing a particularly severe challenge. In this episode Ben speaks with Dr Yu Jie (Asia-Pacific Programme, Chatham House) about the economic 'perfect storm' presenting such an obstacle to President Xi Jinping's 'common prosperity' agenda. They discuss the domestic Chinese debate over the future of its economy, the implications of Russia's invasion and the likely longevity of the government's new 'comprehensive thrift strategy'. Read The World Today article: Credits: Speaker: Yu Jie Host: Ben Horton Editor: Jamie Reed Recorded and produced by Chatham House. /episode/index/show/undercurrents/id/23294432

War in Ukraine: The world reaction - India and ASEAN 06/02/2022

War in Ukraine: The world reaction - India and ASEAN How has India and Southeast Asia reacted to the war in Ukraine? Are they aligning with western sanctions or strengthening ties to Russia? What do they have to gain or lose in involving themselves in the war. Host: Ned Sedgwick Guests: Dr. Shruti Kapila (University of Cambridge), Ben Bland (Chatham House Director, Asia-Pacific Programme), Hunter Marston (Associate 9dashline) This episode was produced by David Dargahi and Anouk Millet of on behalf of . /episode/index/show/undercurrents/id/23303417

War In Ukraine: The reshaping of the NATO alliance 05/26/2022

War In Ukraine: The reshaping of the NATO alliance What was NATO’s original purpose and what is its role in the war in Ukraine? Will Finland and Sweden join NATO and what significance does this have? What is Russia’s historical relationship with NATO and how did it sour? Host: Ned Sedgwick Clips used: BBC News Guests: (Former NATO official, Chatham House associate fellow), (The Guardian’s Defense and Security Editor), (Chatham House Deputy Director) This episode was produced by David Dargahi and Anouk Millet of on behalf of . /episode/index/show/undercurrents/id/23234402

Episode 105: EU-Turkish migration and borders 05/20/2022

Episode 105: EU-Turkish migration and borders Six years after the EU-Turkey Joint Statement, domestic changes in Turkey and international developments such as the Taliban takeover in Afghanistan have ensured the border between Greece and Turkey remains a hotspot for migration flows. Today, Turkey is one of the world’s biggest refugee-receiving countries and hosts four million refugees. In this episode, Ayşen Üstübici, assistant professor at Koç University in Istanbul, speaks to Mariana about EU-Turkey migration diplomacy and the Turkish role in international migration governance. Looking back, Ayşen outlines the implications of the 2016 statement and the evolving attitudes of Turkish cities towards migrants and asylum-seekers in the intervening years. Then Stefanos Levidis from Forensic Architecture explores the other side of the border with Danai, looking at the Greek case as the external border of the EU. Stefanos explains why the EU-Turkey border is important and how the natural environment can be weaponized to enforce border controls. Read Chatham House’s expert comments on EU migration policies: Credits: Speakers: Ayşen Üstübici, Stefanos Levidis Hosts: Danai Avgeri, Mariana Vieira Editor: Jamie Reed Sound Services Recorded and produced by Chatham House /episode/index/show/undercurrents/id/23176364

War in Ukraine: Disinformation and the cyber war 05/19/2022

War in Ukraine: Disinformation and the cyber war How does Russia use disinformation and who are they targeting? How are social networks shaping the war in Ukraine? What can be done to stop the spread of disinformation? Host: Ned Sedgwick Clips used: BBC News Guests: , , This episode was produced by David Dargahi and Anouk Millet of on behalf of . /episode/index/show/undercurrents/id/23163446

Power for refugees: Cooking 05/16/2022

Power for refugees: Cooking Power for refugees is a new two-part podcast on the Undercurrents podcast feed. Over two episodes Ben explores an often-overlooked aspect of humanitarian assistance: access to energy. From Afghanistan to Ukraine to Sudan - the world is grappling with the consequences that emerge when people are forced to flee from their homes. One factor that does not usually make the headlines is that many people displaced by conflict or natural disasters lack access to the energy services that are necessary for forging dignified lives and livelihoods. This second episode examines efforts to provide alternative fuel for cooking in displaced settings in Kenya, Niger and Rwanda, shedding light on what has worked and what has not. Approximately 81% of refugees rely on basic fuels like wood for cooking. This brings about major difficulties for refugees and the environment, such as illness-inducing fumes from burning wood, the threat of violence to the women and girls who travel often long distances to collect wood, and deforestation. Since 2015, Chatham House has been researching this issue and convening dialogues to spur action by humanitarians, energy companies and others. Our seminal report provided the first ever comprehensive assessment of access to energy in refugee camps and urban areas with high numbers of refugees. This two-part podcast is part of the project. Led by Practical Action, the project provides access to affordable and sustainable sources of renewable energy, and improves the health, wellbeing and security of refugees and neighbouring communities. Credits: Speakers: Suzy Huber (Inyenyeri), Benoit Moreno (UNHCR Niger), Syrus Mutua (Sanivation) Host: Ben Horton Editor: Jamie Reed Sound Services Recorded and produced by Chatham House /episode/index/show/undercurrents/id/23100008

Power for refugees: Electricity 05/13/2022

Power for refugees: Electricity Power for refugees is a new two-part podcast on the Undercurrents podcast feed. Over two episodes Ben explores an often-overlooked aspect of humanitarian assistance: access to energy. From Afghanistan to Ukraine to Sudan - the world is grappling with the consequences that emerge when people are forced to flee from their homes. One factor that does not usually make the headlines is that many people displaced by conflict or natural disasters lack access to the energy services that are necessary for forging dignified lives and livelihoods. Approximately 94% of refugees do not have access to electricity to heat or cool hospitals, schools and dwellings, or to light streets. This first part examines efforts to electrify refugee settlements in Ethiopia, Kenya and Rwanda, shedding light on what has worked and what has not. Since 2015, Chatham House has been researching this issue and convening dialogues to spur action by humanitarians, energy companies and others. Our seminal report provided the first ever comprehensive assessment of access to energy in refugee camps and urban areas with high numbers of refugees. This two-part podcast is part of the project. Led by Practical Action, the project provides access to affordable and sustainable sources of renewable energy, and improves the health, wellbeing and security of refugees and neighbouring communities. Credits: Speakers: Emmanuel Aziebor (Mercy Corps), Laura Clarke (Practical Action), Kevin Mwangi (GIZ) Host: Ben Horton Editor: Jamie Reed Sound Services Recorded and produced by Chatham House /episode/index/show/undercurrents/id/23099975

War in Ukraine: How is the invasion impacting China? 05/12/2022

War in Ukraine: How is the invasion impacting China? Examining China and its relationship to Russia and Ukraine. What is China’s role in the war in Ukraine? What is the state of the relationship between Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin? Should they serve as mediator or do they have an active interest in a particular outcome? Host: Ned Sedgwick Clips used: South China Morning Post Guests: , This episode was produced by David Dargahi of on behalf of . /episode/index/show/undercurrents/id/23087141

Contentious politics: Libya's decade of upheaval 05/10/2022

Contentious politics: Libya's decade of upheaval The Contentious politics since the ‘Arab Spring’ project seeks to challenge the current prevalent narrative of a failed 2010/2011 series of revolutions in the Middle East and North Africa. The project does this by interrogating the events in the Arab region since 2010 in a critical light, and by introducing a more nuanced analytical lens to understanding the evolution of change in the region and its contentious politics. The project is supported by the Carnegie Corporation New York. In this four-part mini-series from the Undercurrents podcast, Dr Lina Khatib, the Director of the MENA Programme at Chatham House speaks to leading experts about the great upheaval which occurred in the Arab region during the ‘Arab Spring’, the changes across Arab countries that have happened since and the outlook for the future. In the final episode, Lina and Libyan peace activist Zahra' Langhi discuss the struggle to rebuild Libya’s institutions and the critical role played by women in this movement and the need for the international community to embrace a rights-based approach. Find out more: Credits: Speaker: Zahra' Langhi Host: Lina Khatib Editor: Jamie Reed Sound Services Recorded and produced by Chatham House. /episode/index/show/undercurrents/id/23061389

Contentious politics: Authoritarianism in the Middle East 05/10/2022

Contentious politics: Authoritarianism in the Middle East The Contentious politics since the ‘Arab Spring’ project seeks to challenge the current prevalent narrative of a failed 2010/2011 series of revolutions in the Middle East and North Africa. The project does this by interrogating the events in the Arab region since 2010 in a critical light, and by introducing a more nuanced analytical lens to understanding the evolution of change in the region and its contentious politics. The project is supported by the Carnegie Corporation New York. In this four-part mini-series from the Undercurrents podcast, Dr Lina Khatib, the Director of the MENA Programme at Chatham House speaks to leading experts about the great upheaval which occurred in the Arab region during the ‘Arab Spring’, the changes across Arab countries that have happened since and the outlook for the future. In this third episode, Lina and Alaa Al Aswani explore contentious politics in the Middle East generally, and Egypt specifically, and the conditions which allowed for authoritarian political systems to emerge. Find out more: Credits: Speaker: Alaa Al Aswani Host: Lina Khatib Editor: Jamie Reed Sound Services Recorded and produced by Chatham House. /episode/index/show/undercurrents/id/23061314

Contentious politics: Change in Lebanon 05/09/2022

Contentious politics: Change in Lebanon The Contentious politics since the ‘Arab Spring’ project seeks to challenge the current prevalent narrative of a failed 2010/2011 series of revolutions in the Middle East and North Africa. The project does this by interrogating the events in the Arab region since 2010 in a critical light, and by introducing a more nuanced analytical lens to understanding the evolution of change in the region and its contentious politics. The project is supported by the Carnegie Corporation New York. In this four-part mini-series from the Undercurrents podcast, Dr Lina Khatib, the Director of the MENA Programme at Chatham House speaks to leading experts about the great upheaval which occurred in the Arab region during the ‘Arab Spring’, the changes across Arab countries that have happened since and the outlook for the future. In the second episode, Lina and discuss changes in Lebanon’s political system, and in particular the new political parties which are beginning to emerge to challenge the status quo. Find out more: Credits: Speaker: Laury Haytayan Host: Lina Khatib Editor: Jamie Reed Sound Services Recorded and produced by Chatham House. /episode/index/show/undercurrents/id/23049509

Contentious politics: Legacies of the Arab spring 05/09/2022

Contentious politics: Legacies of the Arab spring The Contentious politics since the ‘Arab Spring’ project seeks to challenge the current prevalent narrative of a failed 2010/2011 series of revolutions in the Middle East and North Africa. The project does this by interrogating the events in the Arab region since 2010 in a critical light, and by introducing a more nuanced analytical lens to understanding the evolution of change in the region and its contentious politics. The project is supported by the Carnegie Corporation New York. In this four-part mini-series from the Undercurrents podcast, Dr Lina Khatib, the Director of the MENA Programme at Chatham House speaks to leading experts about the great upheaval which occurred in the Arab region during the ‘Arab Spring’, the changes across Arab countries that have happened since and the outlook for the future. In the first episode, Lina and James Zogby examine the political dynamics across the Arab world in the wake of the ‘Arab Spring’ and the impact of US foreign policy on the transformations which happened in the region over the last decade. Find out more: Credits: Speaker: James Zogby Host: Lina Khatib Editor: Jamie Reed Sound Services Recorded and produced by Chatham House. /episode/index/show/undercurrents/id/23049344

Episode 104: Elections in the Philippines 05/06/2022

Episode 104: Elections in the Philippines As the Philippines are set to elect a new president and vice president on May 9, Ferdinand ‘Bongbong’ Marcos Jr and Sara Duterte appear to be heading for victory at the polls. To better understand how the son of a past dictator and the daughter of the current president are set to win the presidential ticket, Mariana speaks to Philip Bowring about the role of family dynasties in national politics. Drawing on insights from his new book, , Philip assesses outgoing President Duterte’s policies and some of the most pressing problems for the next president, from the economy, to governance and the national stance on China. Credits: Speaker: Philip Bowring Host: Mariana Vieira Editor: Jamie Reed Recorded and produced by Chatham House /episode/index/show/undercurrents/id/23015267

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