The Monocle Daily

Why Hungary is being accused of undermining support for Ukraine

We explore whether Hungary’s fight over oil could change the course of the war in Ukraine. Plus: as Mumbai residents plead for respite from ‘musical road’, what are the best highway enhancers?   See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Germany’s chancellor Merz pushes for more co-operation with China during Beijing visit

German chancellor Friedrich Merz lands in Beijing as the latest western leader looking to improve trade relations with China. Plus: why Kyoto’s mayor has announced plans for Japan’s first citizen discount on bus fares. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

How united is Europe on the fourth anniversary of the war in Ukraine?

After four years of war in Ukraine, we take a look at the state of European security and defence. Then: why we were so invested in Winter Olympic coverage. Plus: solo dining surges in South Korean workplaces. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Violence erupts in Mexico after killing of cartel boss. Plus: is Hungary a thorn in Europe’s side?

Violence sweeps across Mexico after cartel leader El Mencho is killed in military custody. Then: we ask why Hungary is causing problems for Europe’s Russia sanction plans. Plus: Singapore’s new dating scheme. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

The US Supreme Court rules against Trump’s sweeping tariffs

What is the future of US tariffs after the Supreme Court’s ruling? Then: is the future of European defence in doubt? Plus: Monocle signs off after two weeks in Milan.  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.