
James Griffiths
Asia correspondent for The Globe and Mail based in Hong Kong, reporting on geopolitics, energy, and regional impacts across Asia.
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Mar 26, 2026 • 22min
How the war in Iran exposes the limits of China’s influence
James Griffiths, Asia correspondent for The Globe and Mail reporting on geopolitics and energy in Hong Kong. He explores Asia’s heavy reliance on Gulf oil and migrant labor. He examines why China’s ties to Iran have not translated into influence. He discusses economic shocks, risks to manufacturing and remittance-dependent countries.

Mar 26, 2025 • 23min
Canadians executed in China as tensions grow
James Griffiths, Asia correspondent for the Globe, breaks down the shocking execution of four Canadians in China, revealing the growing rift in diplomatic relations. He discusses the implications of China's retaliatory tariffs on Canadian goods and how this intensifies Canada's trade tensions with both China and the U.S. Griffiths sheds light on the complexities of these geopolitical dynamics, including concerns over human rights and the historical context of Canada-China relations, making for an eye-opening exploration of global diplomacy in crisis.

Dec 6, 2024 • 19min
Chaos in South Korea: martial law, impeachment, resignations
James Griffiths, The Globe's Asia correspondent, shares insights from the heart of South Korea's political chaos. He discusses the dramatic events surrounding President Yoon Suk Yeol, including his controversial martial law declaration and the immediate public backlash demanding his resignation. Griffiths also delves into the historical context of martial law and impeachments in South Korea, emphasizing the rising tensions with North Korea and the implications for the nation’s fragile democracy.


