Global economy ‘resilient’ but may be headed for trouble

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The global economy is set to grow 3.2% this year, slightly more than previously expected, according to the International Monetary Fund. It’s optimistic assessment in today's keenly awaited Global Growth forecast, suggests the world is heading for a soft landing rather than a crash over the next few months. Ed Butler talks to a former deputy director of the IMF. He also finds out what matters to young Indian voters as the country’s election gets closer, and talks to a Kenyan doctor about why he’s been joining the strikes for a month. (Picture: 2024 International Monetary Fund and World Bank Group Spring Meetings in Washington, USA - 15 Apr 2024. Picture credit: EPA-EFE/REX/Shutterstock)