The Intelligence from The Economist Export-control panel: the EU meets on vaccines
Mar 25, 2021
Join John Peete, Political and Brexit editor, and Olivia Ackland, Africa correspondent, as they dissect Europe's vaccine export tensions with the UK. Peete provides crucial insights into the evolving EU-UK relationship, shaped by Brexit. Ackland reports on the controversial Congolese election, where the long-standing president's victory raises questions amid public discontent and political strife. They explore the intimate link between leadership and national outcomes, revealing how inbreeding among monarchs has historically dented their effectiveness.
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Impact on Post-Brexit Relations
- The vaccine dispute adds to existing Brexit tensions, impacting the already rocky post-Brexit relationship.
- The relationship between the UK and EU is expected to remain difficult, especially regarding trade.
Sassou-Nguesso's Continued Rule
- Denis Sassou-Nguesso won another presidential election in the Republic of Congo, extending his 37-year rule.
- Despite his unpopularity, his victory was expected due to weak opposition and a controlled political landscape.
Election Irregularities
- Low voter turnout and alleged voter suppression tactics marked the Congolese election.
- Observers from the EU, UN, and Catholic Church were blocked, hindering independent monitoring.