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Trouble over Taiwan | Bonnie Glaser

In the Sino-American great-power drama, Taiwan has taken center stage, as China has ramped up pressure on the island. How much danger is Taiwan in – and how far will the US go to defend it? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Debt Wars | Barry Eichengreen

The unprecedented fiscal spending that many governments unleashed in response to the COVID-19 crisis has fueled an increasingly heated debate over the risks posed by public debt. But the debate is far from new, and history holds important lessons that should inform it. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

America’s Afghan Debacle | Annie Pforzheimer

The Taliban has announced its interim government, and its all-male, often-hardline makeup seems to have confirmed many observers’ worst fears. Why did the US mission in Afghanistan fail, and what is in store for the country under Taliban rule? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Voting in a Time of Democratic Erosion | Francesca Binda

While elections alone don’t necessarily make a state democratic, they do offer a glimpse into the strength and legitimacy of a democracy. What can we learn from recent electoral outcomes? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Is Crypto Going Mainstream? | Sheila Warren

After over a decade on the fringes of the global monetary system, digital currencies are increasingly being embraced by companies, governments, and citizens around the world. Are they set to become an integral part of the global monetary system? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.