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The New Age of Autarky?

Ben Chu asks why nations are turning away from globalisation and seeking self-sufficiency.

Radio 4,3 episodes

Episodes

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The Future of Autarky
Are we entering a new era of national economic self-reliance? Ben Chu investigates.
28 Nov 2022,28 mins
Autarky in Action
Are we entering a new era of national economic self-reliance? Ben Chu investigates.
21 Nov 2022,28 mins
The Roots of Autarky
Are we entering a new era of national economic self-reliance? Ben Chu investigates.
14 Nov 2022,28 mins