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What we know about the Abe murder
FromFT News Briefing
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Released:
Jul 12, 2022
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Former UK chancellor Rishi Sunak and foreign secretary Liz Truss have emerged as the favourites to replace prime minister Boris Johnson, and more details have been revealed in the murder of Japan’s former prime minister, Shinzo Abe. Plus, Nikkei Asia’s Marwaan Macan-Markar explains how Sri Lanka’s economic and political crises could foreshadow similar issues in other debt-ridden countries. Mentioned in this podcast:Sunak to stand firm on taxes until he has ‘gripped inflation’Sri Lanka prime minister confirms besieged president Rajapaksa to resignKilling of Shinzo Abe shines spotlight on politicians’ links with MooniesDid you move to work remotely? Email marc.filippino@ft.com with your story. The FT News Briefing is produced by Fiona Symon, Sonja Hutson and Marc Filippino. The show’s editor is Jess Smith. Additional help by Peter Barber, Michael Lello, David da Silva and Gavin Kallmann. The show’s theme song is by Metaphor Music. Topher Forhecz is the FT’s executive producer. The FT’s global head of audio is Cheryl Brumley. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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Jul 12, 2022
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