The Intelligence from The Economist Unveiled threats: Iran's patient protesters
Jan 12, 2023
Nicholas Pelham, a Middle East correspondent for The Economist, shares insights on the simmering unrest in Iran as protestors continue to challenge the regime behind the scenes. He highlights the resilience of activists and the ongoing struggle despite state repression. Meanwhile, Tom Easton, the South Asia business correspondent, discusses a troubling quality control scandal in India’s pharmaceutical sector, linking it to tragic incidents abroad and raising questions about global health safety and accountability.
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Economic Troubles
- Iran's economy struggles with a devalued currency and rising inflation.
- Citizens resort to bartering, and travel disruptions persist despite claims of normalcy.
Limited Options
- Returning to the nuclear deal is challenging given Iran's domestic oppression and international pressure.
- Continued economic hardship, especially rising petrol prices, could reignite unrest.
Pharmaceutical Crisis
- India's pharmaceutical sector, producing 20% of global generics, faces a quality control crisis.
- Two companies are implicated in child deaths due to faulty cough syrups.
