The World with Yalda Hakim is Sky News UK’s flagship international current affairs programme, offering audiences an in-depth look at the stories shaping the global landscape. Broadcasting on weeknights, the show delves beyond breaking news headlines to explore the political, economic, and humanitarian issues that influence lives across continents. Combining live reporting with thoughtful analysis, it provides viewers with a deeper understanding of rapidly evolving world events.
Each episode draws on Sky News’ extensive network of correspondents and international bureaux to deliver comprehensive coverage from the front lines of major stories. Whether reporting on conflicts, elections, diplomatic developments, or natural disasters, the programme prioritises context and accuracy. It examines not only what is happening, but also why it matters and how events in one part of the world can have far-reaching consequences elsewhere.
A defining feature of the programme is its emphasis on exclusive journalism. The show regularly secures interviews with presidents, prime ministers, diplomats, military figures, and influential decision-makers. These conversations offer rare insights into the motivations and strategies behind some of the world’s most consequential events, giving viewers direct access to the voices shaping international affairs.
Alongside high-profile interviews, The World with Yalda Hakim incorporates expert commentary from analysts, academics, and regional specialists. Their perspectives help unpack complex subjects such as geopolitical tensions, international security, migration, climate change, and global economics. The result is a programme that balances immediacy with depth, making intricate issues more accessible to a broad audience.
Born in Afghanistan and raised in Australia, she built an impressive reputation through years of frontline reporting and exclusive interviews with world leaders and influential figures before joining Sky News. Hakim brings a calm authority, sharp analytical skills, and a compassionate approach to storytelling, enabling her to navigate complex global issues with clarity and empathy. Her extensive experience and incisive interviewing style make her one of the most respected voices in international journalism.
