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The Foreign Desk

The Foreign Desk

By: Monocle
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​Presented by ​Andrew Mueller, Monocle’s flagship global-affairs show features​ expert guests ​and in-depth analysis of the big issues of the week. Nominated for ‘Best Current Affairs’ show and the ‘Spotlight Award’ in the 2022 British Podcast Awards.

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  • Explainer 488: Why has Australia signed a defence treaty with Papua New Guinea?

    Explainer 488: Why has Australia signed a defence treaty with Papua New Guinea?
    Oct 8 2025

    While neither nation is famed for their military might, the mutual defence treaty signed this week by Australia and Papua New Guinea has some strategic benefits for both. Andrew Mueller explains.

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    8 mins
  • Why is Moldova’s election result so significant to its neighbours?

    Why is Moldova’s election result so significant to its neighbours?
    Oct 4 2025

    Last Sunday’s parliamentary election was one of existential stakes for Moldova and considerable concern for Europe. But will the newly elected, pro-EU PAS keep Russian influence at bay?

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    28 mins
  • Explainer 487: India, Pakistan and a dearth of cricket diplomacy

    Explainer 487: India, Pakistan and a dearth of cricket diplomacy
    Oct 1 2025

    Following India’s recent victory against Pakistan in the Asia Cup, handshakes were absent and India refused to accept the trophy. Andrew Mueller plots the course of these nations’ geopolitical tensions on the cricket field.

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    8 mins
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