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The Agenda

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The Agenda is your go-to programme for news, analysis and comment - a daily digest of local and international stories that matter to you. Broadcasting every weekday, Georgia Tolley goes beyond the headlines to speak to government ministers, decision makers, analysts and local experts to find out how the news will impact those of us living in the UAE.From Covid-19, to climate change and community i... more

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Ahmed Saeed Al-Hatmi
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Preshant (Prashant)
Father of the rescued child
Family involved in the incident
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Michael Collings
Rescuer who performed CPR at the pool
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Dr. Amy Sheppard
Head of Automatometry and Audiology at Aston University
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Diana Hadwiger
Dubai-based etiquette and protocol consultant
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Nicola Bodinski
CEO
La Petite Maison (LPM)
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Moza Mubarak Al-Sakal
Chief HR Consultant for the Dubai Government Human Resources Department
Dubai Government Human Resources Department
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Abdullah Alajarji
CEO
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Episode: Relocation: To ship or not to ship?
Hemant Karam Chandani
Owner
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Episode: Relocation: To ship or not to ship?

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Georgia Tolley
Host of The Agenda, Dubai Eye 103.8 FM
Katie Chambers
Host of The Agenda, Dubai Eye 103.8

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Relocation: To ship or not to ship?
Q: Will freight costs come back down soon?
Industry expectations indicate normalization is unlikely before November or December; until then, costs remain elevated.
Relocation: To ship or not to ship?
Q: How long is it going to take me to get my shipment?
Transit times are currently around two months, with historic averages of one month in normal conditions, but delays mean it can be longer; some routes like via Oman or alternative paths are being used.
How the conflict affect humanitarian supply chains
Q: Could you explain the Ebola response airlifts, what was moved in each, and why a third airlift became necessary?
The first airlift in June carried medical items for Ebola response (inter-agency emergency health kits, PPE, PCR testing kits) totaling 20 metric tons. A larger second airlift in June moved 60 metric tons of medical items, shelter, and WASH supplies due to rising needs, and a planned third airlift in mid-June would bring additional medical items and ready-to-eat meals as the outbreak progressed and access to affected regions remained challenging.
How the conflict affect humanitarian supply chains
Q: Starting with the last 100 days, how has regional tension affected humanitarian supply chains, and what are the main bottlenecks you've observed?
Crucial bottlenecks include cost escalations from fuel and insurance, corridor disruptions forcing longer and costlier routes, reduced cargo capacity at smaller ports, and delays from approvals at destination even when origin logistics are optimized. These factors force careful pre-positioning, flexible routing, and closer cross-border cooperation to keep life-saving goods moving.
Winning travellers back after disruption
Q: Why is airline confidence so crucial for travel demand right now?
Because travelers won't book if they aren't convinced operations will be safe, affordable, and reliable, even if political agreements exist.

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The show acts as a daily UAE-focused news and analysis brief, combining interviews with government officials, regulators, and regional experts with practical insights from business leaders and researchers. Episodes frequently cover policy shifts, regulatory changes, economic trends, technology and security issues, and societal topics relevant to the UAE and broader Gulf region. A standout pattern is the willingness to bring in diverse perspectives—from legal and regulatory voices to industry specialists and academics—to explain how decisions affect everyday life, business resilience, and public welfare. This mix makes it useful for listeners who want actionable context on policy, markets, and regional developments, often with a pragmatic, p... more

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2. Preshant (Prashant)
3. Michael Collings
4. Dr. Amy Sheppard
5. Diana Hadwiger
6. Nicola Bodinski
7. Moza Mubarak Al-Sakal
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