Explainer 344: Cracks in a fragile China

While neither nation is famed for their military might, the mutual defence treaty signed this week by Australia and Papua New Guinea has some strategic benefits for both. Andrew Mueller explains. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

Last Sunday’s parliamentary election was one of existential stakes for Moldova and considerable concern for Europe. But will the newly elected, pro-EU PAS keep Russian influence at bay?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

Following India’s recent victory against Pakistan in the Asia Cup, handshakes were absent and India refused to accept the trophy. Andrew Mueller plots the course of these nations’ geopolitical tensions on the cricket field. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

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Jesse Kelly raises the red flag on China. Jesse and his guests say we must never lose sight of the fact that China is a communist nation that would like nothing more than to destroy the United States. Privacy Policy and California Privacy Notice. Learn more about your ad-choices ... Show More