The Intelligence podcast from The Economist presents three distinct segments: First, it analyzes the evolving relationship between the U.S. and Saudi Arabia, highlighting Donald Trump's warm reception of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and the implications of potential arms deals and investments. Second, the podcast discusses the challenges faced by the LGBT community in Hong Kong, noting the increasing alignment of its government with mainland China's stance on sexual minorities. Finally, the podcast delves into the issue of tax evasion in Britain through the exploitation of loopholes involving shell companies and unconventional farming practices like snail farming, which impacts local authority finances.
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