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Global Insight

A weekly round-up featuring analysis and commentary on major global and regional issues. This programme goes beyond the headlines to explain the connections between events, identify emerging trends, and forecast long-term impacts.

Latest Episodes

The Rise of Middle Powers | Global Insight

Politics & Economy 12:00

Amidst the escalating rivalry between Washington and Beijing, middle powers are increasingly refusing to choose sides and are instead asserting their strategic autonomy. By leveraging flexible partnerships and hedging strategies, these nations are safeguarding critical supply chains whilst actively shaping a more multipolar global order.

The New Global Supply Chain | Global Insight

Politics & Economy 18:38

Geopolitical tensions, trade restrictions, conflicts and disruptions to critical resources are reshaping how goods move across borders. This episode of Global Insight explores whether we are witnessing the end of globalization or the emergence of a new global supply chain built around resilience, diversification and strategic connectivity.

Mecca Defence Pact | Global Insight

Politics & Economy 22:06

An attack on one will be considered an attack on all. The defining principle behind NATO's Article 5 has found a new home.

Europe's Migration Crisis | Global Insight

Politics & Economy 16:33

As irregular arrivals surge at critical gateways like the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, European governments face mounting political and operational pressure. This episode of Global Insight examines the deepening tension between hardline border containment and collective European solidarity.

The Future of Gaza: Hamas Disarmament and the Prospects for Peace | Global Insight

Politics & Economy 15:15

Decades of conflict, shattered ceasefires, and a deepening humanitarian catastrophe. As proposals for Hamas disarmament and a new political framework for Gaza gain international attention, is a genuine breakthrough finally possible? What are the conditions required for Hamas to lay down its arms? And will Israel ever agree to withdraw its forces from Gaza? And can Gaza move beyond war towards a lasting and sustainable peace?

The new economics of uncertainty | Global Insight

Politics & Economy 20:31

Trade barriers are rising at a pace not seen in decades, with new tariffs affecting more than 3 trillion US dollars in global trade flows since 2025.

Bridging the Chasm of U.S. - Iran conflict | Global Insight

Politics & Economy 17:58

Following the collapse of a fragile peace agreement, the United States and Iran are locked in an escalating military confrontation. Rooted in decades of deep-seated mistrust, this dangerous standoff now threatens regional stability and global energy markets. Why do negotiations keep failing, and what is required to achieve a lasting ceasefire? Find out in this episode of Global Insight.

Peace in an uncertain world | Global Insight

Politics & Economy 18:16

Today's security challenges extend far beyond traditional battlefields. Conflicts are becoming more internationalized and new technologies are reshaping the nature of war. Why are conflicts becoming harder to end? Can emerging technologies help build peace or make conflicts more dangerous and deadly? Find out in this episode of Global Insight.

Russia's Pivot to the East | Global Insight

Politics & Economy 18:32

From Beijing to New Delhi, and from Southeast Asia to the Middle East, Moscow is forging new partnerships while redefining old ones. At the same time, despite sanctions and political tensions, Europe remains closely tied to Russia through energy and trade. Is this a temporary response to geopolitical pressure - or the beginning of a new global strategy?

The benefit of the doubt | Global Insight

Politics & Economy 15:31

Is global distrust making us less safe? When assuming the worst triggers the exact conflicts nations fear, caution becomes a trap. This episode of Global Insight explores the dangerous "security dilemma" from Middle East tensions to the breakdown of the Iran Nuclear Deal -examining if giving diplomacy the benefit of the doubt could break the cycle.