Christopher Lockwood, Europe editor for The Economist, shares insights on the grip of COVID-19 in Europe, particularly in Italy and Spain, revealing the challenges of government responses and public health measures. Robert Guest, Foreign editor for The Economist, discusses Colombia's dual crises: the influx of Venezuelan refugees and the ongoing drug war. Both guests highlight the complex interplay of these issues amid the pandemic, as well as the broader impact on global sports and community morale. This conversation unpacks the layers of urgency and interconnectedness in today's crises.
The novel coronavirus is spreading around the world, but its grip on Europe is curiously tight; we ask why, and what to expect next. We pay a visit to Colombia, which is suffering a refugee crisis it did not create and fighting a drug war it cannot win. And all those cancelled sporting events are costly in more than just monetary terms. For full access to print, digital and audio editions of The Economist, subscribe here www.economist.com/radiooffer