Economist Podcasts Up and atom: can Trump stop Iranian nukes?
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Nov 20, 2024 
Greg Karlstrom, The Economist's Middle East correspondent, reveals the complexities of Iran's nuclear ambitions after the U.S. exit from the 2015 deal and the potential strategies for the next presidential term. Jason Chow, covering global affairs, highlights China's aggressive campaign to boost the birth rate, contrasting it with the former one-child policy and showcasing the pushy tactics faced by women today. The discussion also briefly touches on the increasing competition in the sneaker market, blending politics with global trends.
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Potential Trump Administration Actions
- A potential Trump administration might re-impose maximum pressure sanctions on Iran.
- These sanctions could aim for regime change or a new nuclear agreement with stricter terms.
Shifting Dynamics in the Middle East
- The Middle East has changed significantly, and Gulf states now favor de-escalation with Iran.
- They would support a nuclear agreement and efforts to lower tensions, unlike previously.
Intrusive Phone Calls
- Married women in China receive intrusive calls from officials inquiring about their menstrual cycles and pregnancy plans.
- This is part of China's campaign to boost birth rates, exemplified by "Miss Mao's" experience.