Economist Podcasts A dark picture emerges: atrocities in Ethiopia
Mar 2, 2021
Tom Gardner, an Addis Ababa correspondent, sheds light on the troubling humanitarian crisis in Tigray, where war crimes seem increasingly evident, and international intervention remains elusive. Meanwhile, Simon Rabinovich, an Asia economics editor, discusses the rising anti-capitalist sentiment among China's overworked youth, who express a longing for a return to Maoist ideals as they struggle with inequity in the tech industry. The dialogue reveals stark contrasts in global responses to economic and humanitarian crises.
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Accountability Concerns
- Ethiopia's Human Rights Commission corroborated Amnesty's findings on the Aksum massacre.
- However, the government's willingness to hold anyone other than TPLF members accountable remains unclear.
Famine Risk
- While aid worker access has slightly improved, the risk of famine in Tigray persists.
- The government restricts aid worker movement, limiting access to much of Tigray.
Anti-Capitalist Trend
- Short video apps in China show a rising trend: criticism of capitalism.
- This contrasts with typical content like silly gags or cute animals.