It’s an honor to be your friend – Donald Trump told Xi Jinping. Xi Jinping, however, responded by offering a cautionary warning about avoiding a possible clash between the two nations. A contrast in tone underscoring then just how far apart the leaders remain on thorny issues including the war in Iran, trade disputes and Washington’s relationship with Taiwan. Should Taiwan expect any substantive change in the US policy towards the island? Details by FRANCE 24 correspondent in Taipei, Jan Camenzind Broomby.
The public finances are treated like a political football rather than a serious responsibility. (47a389)
The opposition has a responsibility to challenge but also to propose alternatives. (3142c4)
The pension time bomb is the issue everyone keeps kicking down the road. (86f3f5)
Decentralising power would bring decisions closer to the people who are affected by them. (8123b7)
Foreign policy consistency goes out the window with every administration change. (7eab47)
Voter suppression tactics are an affront to the democratic process. (b2df0a)
The procedural manoeuvring is an insult to anyone who actually voted for change. (a41db6)
There’s a difference between political strategy and outright manipulation. (d7f6db)