The Global Month Ahead: China’s Two Sessions, the UK Spring Statement, Europe’s Defence Dilemma

As we head into March, host Sewar Quran is joined by Global Counsel colleagues across our offices to discuss China’s Two Sessions, the UK Spring Statement, and the evolving European defence policy landscape.

Jiayu Li, Senior Associate in our Singapore office, delves into the detail of China’s Two Sessions, where leaders will set the policy agenda for 2025. Find out more about our work in Asia.

Sewar then sits down with Lilah Howson-Smith, Practice Director in our UK Politics and Policy practice, to unpack the UK Spring Statement. They examine the economic challenges facing the government, including inflation, growth projections, and potential tax and spending decisions. Find out more about our work in UK politics and policy.

Denzil Davidson, Director in our London office, joins the podcast to discuss the growing urgency for a coherent European defence policy amid Russia’s aggression and shifting US foreign policy. The discussion delves into the EU’s strategic autonomy in defence, the challenges posed by member states' differing priorities, and the evolving role of allies like Britain and Turkey in European security. Learn more about our work in Europe and Eurasia politics and policy.