This BBC World Service podcast covers major global news stories on February 4th, including retaliatory tariffs imposed by China against the US, a shooting at a Swedish school, and the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo. The podcast features interviews with correspondents reporting from Beijing, Sweden, and the DRC, providing updates on the unfolding situations and expert analysis. China's retaliatory tariffs on US goods are detailed, along with the unexpected reprieve given to Canada and Mexico. The impact of these trade tensions on global markets and consumers is discussed. Finally, the podcast reports on a shooting at a school in Sweden and the humanitarian crisis in the DRC, highlighting the urgent need for aid and the complexities of the ongoing conflict.
