Hungary is poised to end its blockade of an EU loan for Ukraine while Sweden suggests that Russia is hiding its economic troubles. Plus: auditions for the next United Nations secretary general begin in New York. Then: an interview with Venetian chef Simon Piovesan.

How will Taiwan respond to limited internet connectivity as it begins its annual defence drills?
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How Oman has turned mediation into part of its foreign-policy identity
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Packing up the car for your summer holidays? Here’s the Monocle guide to sunny road trips
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