Avantika Chilkoti

Leo Marani, Asia editor for The Economist, and Avantika Chilkoti, international correspondent, delve into the upcoming Philippine elections featuring Ferdinand Bongbong Marcos, a descendant of a controversial political dynasty. They discuss the implications of his potential victory for the nation and the surprising public support behind him. Chilkoti also examines Guyana's transformation into a petrostate following significant oil discoveries and the complexities that come with resource wealth, including socio-political challenges and environmental concerns.