Simon Rabinovich, the Asia economics editor in Shanghai, dives into China's new five-year plan, discussing its shift towards domestic growth and adaptability amidst global challenges and geopolitical tensions. Avantika Chilkoti, an international correspondent, shares insights on how the pandemic has transformed societal attitudes towards mortality, drawing parallels with WWII grief. They also explore emerging burial trends in Germany and the struggles of Singapore's hawker food culture, spotlighting the challenges faced by aging chefs and the younger generation's reluctance to join the trade.
