Global Truths With Dr Keith Suter

The shift from human intelligence to electronic intelligence. Dr.Keith Suter discusses the evolution of spying, Ian Fleming's motive for writing the James Bond books and Pine Gap, the second most important spy base in the world, which is located in Central Australia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is populism and why are people suspicious of it? With the election of left-wing populist Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador in Mexico, Dr.Keith Suter looks at the history of populism and what the recent rise in populism tells us about the concerns of the people in these areas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will Trump reduce sanctions against Russia? As US allies in Europe nervously await the upcoming Helsinki summit, Dr Keith Suter discusses what Donald Trump’s motivations for meeting Vladimir Putin could be, the extent to which he may be indebted to Russia and the historically tenuous relationship between the two countries.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Images of Mexican children crying for their parents and locked in cages upon arrival in America have caused an uproar right around the world. Dr Keith sheds light on why Donald Trump is finally backing down on his strategy to separate families at the border, the practicalities of building a wall and why so many flee their country for what they hope will be a better life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can Theresa May get Britain out of the EU unscathed? As the Prime Minister faces backlash this week over Brexit negotiations, Dr Keith Suter explains how the purpose of the European Union has evolved and the implications of Britain leaving it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What do Turkey, Venezuela, China and India have in common? According to a recent report, they’re all experiencing a mass exodus of millionaires. Dr Keith Suter explains why the wealthy are choosing Australia, Canada and the UAE over the US and Britain – and why our government is welcoming them.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The British government has been accused of wrongly deporting and detaining Caribbean migrants who arrived in the UK between 1948 and 1971, otherwise known as the Windrush generation. Dr Keith Suter explains the history behind the scandal, the political fallout and why this is a case of the empire strikes back.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why has the US moved their embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem? Dozens have been killed this week following mass protests along the Gaza border. Dr Keith Suter explains why local politics may have motivated the US President and the history behind the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Should Trump win a Nobel Peace Prize? Dr Keith Suter discusses how a group of eighteen House Republicans have rallied to nominate Trump for the 2019 Nobel Peace Prize, despite the US President pulling out of the Iran nuclear deal this week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Islamic State’s dual-suicide bombing this week has left many asking when the war in Afghanistan will end? Dr Keith Suter explains why Trump is unlikely to pull out of America’s longest conflict and how Osama Bin Laden went from the CIA payroll to Taliban terrorist.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will Trump drop the deal struck by Obama to stop Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons? Dr Keith Suter discusses why the US President is under pressure from Israel and Saudi Arabia and how Iran’s nuclear capabilities could pose a threat to the Middle East and the world.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What would a peace treaty between the US and North Korea look like if talks between Donald Trump and Kim Jong Un go ahead? Dr Keith Suter speaks explains how the biggest political meeting, since Nixon and Chairman Mao, could happen and what the ramifications could be if the US President gets it wrong.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the world awaits Trump’s response to the recent suspected poison gas attack in Syria, Dr Keith Suter explains how the incident affects US-Russia relations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the ability to create guns, dental fillings and small homes quickly and cost effectively, the advancement of 3D printing shows no signs of slowing down. But how does this impact us? A recent report by the World Economic Forum exposed the huge impact this new technology will have on how we produce manufactured goods on a global scale. Dr Keith Suter explains why it’s crucial for politicians and the population at large to start thinking now about the immediate ramifications of the approaching technological revolution.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Social media has been seen for the past decade as a great way of communicating but if the information is free, your personal information is the product. So, what are the consequences of this new data era? Dr Keith Suter discusses how the Cambridge Analytica scandal is relevant to the 2016 Trump victory and whether we should be worried about it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Keith Suter looks at driverless cars – what the future impacts could be on society, our jobs and day to day lives. He also looks at the security aspects related to driverless cars. What are the security risks associated with cars on the roads that can be potentially controlled via the internet? Could these risks outweigh the benefits of convenience?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s the biggest shock election victory of the year. Dr Keith Suter explains how this week, Mahathir Mohamad defied all odds to become the oldest elected leader in the world and whether the rise of democracy and political reform in Malaysia will influence surrounding countries.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The poisoning of former Russian spy Sergei Skripal and his daughter Yulia on British soil has sparked off a diplomatic row between the United Kingdom and Russian governments. Was this poisoning at the order of Russian authorities or was it due to rogue elements within Russian security services? Dr Keith Suter looks at the background of poisoning in warfare and what the real possible outcomes are from here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

US President Donald Trump's announcement of US tariffs on steel and aluminium imports has sparked fear of a global trade war. Why is Trump actively embracing tariffs? Dr Keith Suter looks at the history of tariff wars, Trump's  motivations, and the different points of view on tariffs and trade - globalism vs rationalism vs nationalism. What could happen from here: is a global trade war likely?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The South African Parliament is now considering a change to the country's constitution to give the government the power to force the transfer of land ownership from white to black owners without compensation. How did South Africa get to this point? Dr Keith Suter looks back on the end of apartheid and explains the current state of affairs and how it could play out from here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.