Chris Sabatini

Exploring the crisis in Haiti due to rampant gang violence and potential international intervention. Discussion on armed paramilitary groups, political turmoil, and key figures in Haiti. Delving into security challenges, international peacekeeping, and external influences on protests in Latin America. Highlighting Haiti's economic challenges, environmental consequences, and the complexities of stabilizing the nation.

Tomohiko Tanaguchi, former advisor to Shinzo Abe, dives into the potential of Japan's first female prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, discussing her backgrounds, conservative views, and economic priorities. Rob Cameron analyzes the ups and downs of Czech politics, highlighting Andrej Babiš's comeback in a polarized landscape. Yossi Mecklenburg brings insights on Middle Eastern tensions, including cautious optimism for Israel-Hamas talks. Chris Sabatini addresses US policy in Latin America, while Bruno Kaufmann peeks into the Nobel Peace Prize selection process.

Daniel W. Drezner, a Tufts University professor and sanctions expert, joins Allie Renison, a trade policy specialist, and Chris Sabatini, a Latin America researcher, to delve into the complexities of sanctions. They discuss how sanctions can hold governments accountable but often harm ordinary citizens. The conversation covers historical and contemporary case studies, the evolution of sanctions post-EU for the UK, and the unintended consequences on economies and political alliances. They also ponder the dollar's status and the moral dilemmas surrounding the effectiveness of sanctions.