Patrick Fowles, The Economist's business affairs editor, offers insightful commentary on Amazon's leadership transition with Andy Jassy taking the helm from Jeff Bezos. They discuss the challenges Amazon faces, including regulatory pressures and fierce competition. Fowles also dives into pressing global issues, such as the troubling decline of democracy exacerbated by the pandemic and notable political shifts worldwide. Additionally, he highlights the captivating story of Tse-Chi Lop, a significant figure in Asia's drug trade, and the implications of his recent capture.