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Brussels is stockpiling drugs and obliging manufacturers to guarantee supplies, and Russian forces are stepping up attacks on the Ukrainian town of Soledar. Plus, the FT's Peggy Hollinger explains why Virgin Orbit's failed satellite launch is such a big deal for Europe. Mentioned in this podcast:Virgin Orbit scrambles to establish why first UK satellite launch failedRussian forces may have scored rare success in battle near BakhmutMilitary briefing: Ukraine's hopes lift as western allies assess tank coalitionWar in Ukraine costs Moscow more than its record energy revenuesAccess 50% off a digital subscription FT.com/briefingsale The FT News Briefing is produced by Fiona Symon, Sonja Hutson and Marc Filippino. The show's editor is Jess Smith. Additional help by Peter Barber, Michael Lello, David da Silva and Gavin Kallmann. Topher Forhecz is the FT's executive producer. The FT's global head of audio is Cheryl Brumley. The show's theme song is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Opec+ is planning to cut oil production, and Tories are in Birmingham for their annual party conference while demonstrations against the cost of living crisis spread across the UK. Plus the FT's Peggy Hollinger tells us what the US space agency Nasa is planning to do once the International Space Station is decommissioned. Mentioned in this podcast:Kwarteng prepares to defend tax cuts as Tory rebellion mountsLiz Truss admit mistakes but sticks to controversial tax cuts plan The race to reinvent the space station Lula frontrunner as Brazil votes in bitter presidential electionThe FT News Briefing is produced by Fiona Symon, Sonja Hutson and Marc Filippino. The show's editor is Jess Smith. Additional help by Peter Barber, Michael Lello, David da Silva and Gavin Kallmann. Topher Forhecz is the FT's executive producer. The FT's global head of audio is Cheryl Brumley. The show's theme song is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this Space Café Radio - SpaceWatch.Global publisher Torsten Kriening spoke with Peggy Hollinger, international business editor for the Financial Times a few days after the FT Live Event "Invest in Space" about the conference, investment in space, a live call from the ISS, the situation at the ISS during the war times and about our sustainable future in space.FT Live "Investing in Space" on 8/9 June 2022 in London focussed on the opportunities of ‘space' as a new asset class. The summit provided an update on the latest technology, insight on investment opportunities and analysis of the associated risks. Leveraging the convening power of the FT and through expert moderation, the event showcased new innovation while providing clear and trusted financial analysis and commentary on the investment opportunities.Space Cafè Radio brings you talks, interviews and reports from the team of SpaceWatchers while out on the road. Each episode has a specific topic, unique content and a personal touch. Enjoy the show and let us know your thoughts at radio@spacewatch.global!
Saudi Arabia has signalled it will stand by Russia as a member of the Opec+ group of oil producers, the former head of Russia's second-biggest oil group has warned that an EU ban on Moscow's crude would be “the most negative scenario” for all parties. Plus, the FT's Peggy Hollinger discusses Boeing's decision to move its headquarters to be near the Pentagon and DC and why many stakeholders are unhappy. Mentioned in this podcast:Boeing needs a stronger vision to bounce back from crisisSaudi Arabia signals support for Russia's role in Opec+ Lukoil's ex-chief warns against EU ban on ‘irreplaceable' Russian oilThe FT News Briefing is produced by Fiona Symon, Sonja Hutson and Marc Filippino. The show's editor is Jess Smith. Additional help by Peter Barber, Michael Lello, David da Silva and Gavin Kallmann. The show's theme song is by Metaphor Music. Topher Forhecz is the FT's executive producer. The FT's global head of audio is Cheryl Brumley. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Read a transcript of this episode on FT.comhttps://www.ft.com/content/db10452c-ddf2-445a-a28f-34253506c142Saudi Arabia has an ambitious goal to increase domestic military production as part of Crown Prince Mohammed's plan to diversify the oil-dependent economy, video game maker Electronic Arts and football governing body Fifa are in a bitter dispute over the value of the Fifa name that could end their lucrative sports licensing partnership, and the FT's international business editor Peggy Hollinger says Russia's destruction last week of one of its old satellites adds to the risk of debris colliding with spacecraft. EA and Fifa's 30-year video game union at risk in battle over name - with Murad Ahmedhttps://www.ft.com/content/433c3af7-6ea1-4c7f-ab94-94a431aec2d4Russian satellite debris is a wake-up call for emerging space industry - with Peggy Hollinger https://www.ft.com/content/c27d6560-8641-4f0c-926b-8278de737206The FT News Briefing is produced by Fiona Symon and Marc Filippino. The show's editor is Jess Smith. Additional help by Peter Barber, Gavin Kallmann and Michael Bruning. The show's theme song is by Metaphor Music. The FT's global head of audio is Cheryl Brumley. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
European policymakers are preparing to relax Covid-19 lockdowns and “save Christmas”, G20 leaders pledged to “spare no effort” to ensure global access to Covid-19 vaccines, and Beijing has warned it will show “zero tolerance” for financial misconduct after several high-profile bond defaults by state-owned companies. Plus, the FT’s Peggy Hollinger explains how investors are handling Brexit. European nations plan cautious easing of lockdowns for Christmashttps://www.ft.com/content/5068cfce-a2fa-4d85-9078-d1a1cd89c316G20 leaders pledge to ensure global access to Covid vaccineshttps://www.ft.com/content/5f5e5a8c-1b94-438f-8f10-212126883e6cBeijing promises crackdown on misconduct after bond defaultsft.com/content/21af2731-0042-458c-9651-365459fa1e74? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Fresh lockdowns in Europe announced have triggered a flurry of downgrades to economic growth forecasts, and UK business leaders have called for more financial help from the government to support crisis-hit companies. Plus, the FT’s Peggy Hollinger explains how Brexit will affect an already hard hit aerospace industry. Eurozone economic forecasts slashed as fresh lockdowns imposedhttps://www.ft.com/content/3269f590-1cac-411f-8320-110c91c1f12eBusiness seeks state support as it faces England lockdownhttps://www.ft.com/content/adfebb62-2f01-4c4a-bdc6-8bf8ff621850 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Boris Johnson found himself in another parliamentary stand-off over Brexit legislation this week, and eventually found a compromise with rebellious Conservative MPs. Why is the prime minister struggling with his party and is he becoming a diminished figure in Westminster? Plus, with the takeover by US chipmaker Nvidia of British-based chip designer Arm, and Hitachi's decision to withdraw from a major nuclear power project in Wales, does the UK have a coherent industrial policy?Presented by Sebastian Payne, with George Parker, Robert Shrimsley, Jim Pickard and Peggy Hollinger. Produced by Anna Dedhar and Josh de la Mare. The sound engineer is Breen Turner. The editors were Liam Nolan and Aimee Keane. Music by Metaphor Music.Review clips: US government, UK Parliament, Sky News See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Donald Trump said he had ordered a wide-ranging review of the law that grants social media companies immunity from legal action for content on their platforms, and the UK government has opened a path to citizenship for more than 300,000 Hong Kong residents in response to China's security crackdown. Plus, the FT’s industry editor, Peggy Hollinger, unpacks the turnround that propelled pharmaceutical group AstraZeneca to the industry’s front ranks.To get free access to the FT’s Coronavirus Business Update newsletter for 30 days, visit ft.com/newsbriefingcovid or go to https://www.ft.com/newsletter-signup/coronavirus?segmentId=9f398053-342f-c623-b5b3-1506d651696f. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Global oil markets remained under intense pressure on Tuesday with the price of US crude oil for June delivery nearly halving and Brent dropping below $20 per barrel for the first time in 18 years. Meanwhile, the White House and congressional leaders agreed to a new coronavirus stimulus package which includes funds to replenish the small business rescue fund, and Netflix has emerged as one of the few corporate winners of the pandemic after adding more than twice as many subscribers as it had forecast last quarter. Plus, the FT’s industry editor, Peggy Hollinger, explains how the aerospace industry is being forced to adapt to a dramatic decline in air travel due to coronavirus. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
British MPs back Boris Johnson’s Brexit deal in principle, but derail his attempt to take the UK out of the EU by October 31, and US commerce secretary Wilbur Ross floats new talks with the EU as an alternative to imposing car tariffs next month. Plus, the top US diplomat in Kiev says Donald Trump withheld Ukraine aid over a request to investigate political rivals, Turkey and Russia agree to the removal of Kurdish fighters from a buffer zone in north-east Syria, the Chinese government is drawing up a plan to replace Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam, and Snapchat’s parent company says it expects to hit its target of turning a profit by the end of the year. Then, FT industry editor Peggy Hollinger tells us what Boeing has to do to regain trust as it tries to get its 737 Max plane back in the air. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
A bitter row has broken out between Brussels and the British government over Europe’s Galileo satellite navigation system. FT industry editor Peggy Hollinger and space expert Bleddyn Bowen discuss why the project is such an important test case for future relations between Britain and the EU See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Boeing has signed a $16.6bn deal with Iran’s national carrier in the first major deal between a US company and Iran since the 1979 revolution. Matthew Vincent asks Peggy Hollinger, FT industry editor, and Geoff Dyer, US diplomatic correspondent, whether the deal could be scuppered by the incoming administration of Donald Trump. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Space mining is about to leap from the pages of science fiction to commercial reality. The Luxembourg government is launching an initiative with European and US partners to create a new space industry that will exploit asteriods for metals and other materials. Peggy Hollinger asks Clive Cookson, FT science editor, how they plan to do it. Music by David Sappa See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
With the first round of France’s presidential election a month away, how has the shock of the terrorist attacks changed the political climate? Paris bureau chief Hugh Carnegy and former Paris bureau chief Peggy Hollinger join Gideon Rachman. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
In this week's podcast: Civil war beckoning in Libya; political jostling across the Middle East; and, trouble in Europe with high profile resignations in Germany and France. Presented by Gideon Rachman with David Gardner in the studio, Peggy Hollinger in Paris and Gerrit Wiesmann in Frankfurt. Produced by LJ Filotrani See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.