France faces fresh political turmoil as PM Sébastien Lecornu resigns. Sam Fenwick hears from businesses and investors on shifting confidence in the country’s economic direction.We examine the worsening conditions for women in Afghanistan, where the UN reports that the Taliban have severely restricted women's rights to work, study, and dress freely. And Japan’s markets rally as Sanae Takaichi becomes the country’s first female prime minister, with the Nikkei jumping nearly 5% on expectations of increased government spending and monetary easing.
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What will France's government collapse mean for businesses?
France's government has fallen apart again over how to handle it's public spending budget. We hear how the collapse will affect French businesses.In Japan, stocks have hit a record high after Sanae Takaichi won the party leadership making her the likely next Prime Minister. UK car marker Jaguar Land Rover and Japanese beer maker Asahi are showing signs of recovery after separate cyber attacks halted both businesses.And bitcoin has hit another new record high!Presenter: Sarah Rogers
Producers: Ahmed Adan and Niamh Mc Dermott
Editor: Justin Bones
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US farmers hit by shutdown amid trade wars
US farmers are under pressure with trade wars, crop prices and now a government shutdown. Andrew Peach speaks to two of them about how their livelihoods are being affected.We also look at Taylor Swift's lastest album and speak to businesses which rely on her continued success. And in Thailand we spend some time with the best female chef in the world.
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Japan is running out of Asahi beer
Japan is facing a shortage of Asahi products, including beer, tea, and soft drinks after a major cyber-attack. We hear from businesses affected.In China, the Government has proposed new standards for fast food deliveries.TikTok has had its licence temporarily suspended in Indonesia.Plus, the Women's Cricket World Cup is underway in India. There's been a record breaking attendance and biggest prize pot ever!Presenter: Sarah Rogers
Producer: Niamh Mc Dermott
Editor: Justin Bones
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Is cybercrime the biggest threat to global business in 2025?
Sam Fenwick takes a look at the soaring cost of cybercrime, as attacks sweep across industries and threaten global business stability, spotlighting Japan’s Asahi Breweries, one of the latest victims. A liquefied natural gas platform meant to bring economic prosperity in the West African nation of Senegal is at the centre of controversy.And in Tokyo, the race to lead Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party heats up. With five contenders and the economy centre stage, we explore what’s at stake for the nation’s future.
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