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Gold: From Safe Haven to Global Rush

S37 · E19 · Airs 18 Sep 2026 · 13 min

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Gold has fascinated people for centuries. In times of geopolitical crisis, it remains a safe haven for states, investors and industries. Today, a new global rush for gold is fuelling environmental pressures, social tensions and illicit trafficking in many parts of the world.