What's causing the global supply crunch?

The European Union has unveiled a global infrastructure plan called the Global Gateway strategy. It's seen as an attempt to rival China's Belt and Road Initiative with the goal of investing in developing countries and boosting trade links worldwide. But can the bloc compete with ...  Show more

Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo are joining forces to fight one of the most lethal armed groups in eastern Congo – The Allied Democratic Forces (ADF). But will a military solution resolve the conflict? And can the ADF be defeated?  Join host Halla Mohieddeen.  With gu ...  Show more

Many countries are reporting major increases in the prices of food, housing and energy. It's being called a 'cost of living' crisis, and developing nations are hurting the most. Is there a way out? Join host Kim Vinnell. Guests: Jeevun Sandher - Economist & Political Scientist at ...  Show more

How disruption in a single port, factory or freight centre can cause global chaos. Ed Butler speaks with Stavros Karamperidis, an expert in maritime economics at the University of Plymouth, and Kent Jones, professor of economics at Babson College in the US. Meanwhile, chief econo ...  Show more

The most recent issue of the Logistics Managers Index, an industry gauge of retail inventories, showed that sellers expanded their stocks in January. That suggests that consumer demand is remaining strong and that supply chains are sorting themselves out, all good signs for the e ...  Show more

Inflation in the UK is at its highest level in more than 40 years. Millions of people are suffering in the midst of a cost-of-living crisis. The government has announced tax increases and spending cuts to calm the economy. But will it be enough? Join host Hashem Ahelbarra.  Guest ...  Show more