No honour amongst trade negotiators

Let me ask you something. If a pickpocket steals your wallet, but gives you some of the money back, how would you feel about it?…

Why inflation would be worse than the 70s

If you don’t remember the inflation of the 70s, you’ll have heard about it. Shortages. Rationing. Strikes. Prices surging out of control. And then interest…

Playing politics with your human rights

You might think Japan’s response to Covid-19 would be rather draconian. It’s a very conformist society, with incredible respect for the rule of law and…