About this episode

The episode discusses the potential impact of Russian interference on European elections and explores recent political developments in France, the UK, and South Korea.

What can be done to stop Russia meddling in European elections? Then: France and the UK boost their historic ties. And: South Korea unveils plans for a second presidential office and a new national assembly in Sejong. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics covered

• Russian interference
• European elections
• France-UK relations
• South Korea politics
• government
• international relations

Keywords

• Russia
• Europe
• elections
• France
• UK
• South Korea
• politics
• government
• Sejong

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Russia

Places: Europe, France, UK, South Korea, Sejong

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