China delays the release of key economic figures amid its five-yearly decisive political meeting, where the Chinese Communist Party has outlined its priorities for the economy. We hear more from Zhouchen Mao, head of research and advisory at Asia House, a think tank based in London.
The UK Prime Minister Liz Truss insists that recent U-turns in her economic ... Show More
Aug 22
All eyes on Jerome Powell’s major speech at Jackson Hole
The Federal Reserve's annual summit is happening in the scenic setting of Jackson Hole kicks into high gear on Friday, with the Fed Chair, Jerome Powell, taking centre stage. UN agencies are warning that the global workforce needs better protection from excessive heat driven by w ... Show More
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Mar 2023
Drum Tower: Open for business?
For decades, China’s leaders have staked their claim to rule on economic growth. Now the focus on prosperity is shifting to self-reliance and security.
The Economist’s Beijing bureau chief, David Rennie, and senior China correspondent, Alice Su, interpret the targets set at the ... Show More
33m 43s