We get an update on a peace treaty between Armenia and Azerbaijan to end a decades-long conflict before we turn to Germany’s historic agreement on defence spending, a wrap-up of Mipim, the joys of department stores and the pitfalls of artificial lakes.

<p>We get an update on a peace treaty between Armenia and Azerbaijan to end a decades-long conflict before we turn to Germany&rsquo;s historic agreement on defence spending, a wrap-up of Mipim, the joys of department stores and the pitfalls of artificial lakes.</p>

Hear our take on the news and enjoy sharp reporting on the big stories every weekday. Tune in as our guest panel reviews the day’s events in Europe, follows developing stories in the Americas and welcomes early risers in Asia and Australasia. Plus: reports and analysis from Monocle’s correspondents and bureaux around the world. Nominated for ‘Best Daily Podcast’ in the 2022 British Podcast Awards. 

<p>Hear our take on the news and enjoy sharp reporting on the big stories every weekday. Tune in as our guest panel reviews the day’s events in Europe, follows developing stories in the Americas and welcomes early risers in Asia and Australasia. Plus: reports and analysis from Monocle’s correspondents and bureaux around the world. Nominated for ‘Best Daily Podcast’ in the 2022 British Podcast Awards. </p>