Sarah Berg

Max Rodenbeck, The Economist's South Asia bureau chief in Delhi, discusses India's dire Omicron wave, with hospitals facing oxygen shortages yet signs of optimism emerging as vaccination efforts ramp up. Sarah Berg, bureau chief for Mexico and Central America, dives into the president's controversial energy reforms that may increase costs and environmental risks. They also touch on historical railway dynamics, highlighting the complexities of reviving essential trade routes in the Middle East amidst ongoing conflicts.

Max Rodenbeck, The Economist's South Asia bureau chief, discusses the alarming surge of COVID-19 in India, highlighting pressing healthcare challenges and the complexities of accurate death toll reporting. He conveys a sense of cautious optimism amidst the crisis. Meanwhile, Sarah Berg, Bureau Chief for Mexico, critiques the controversial energy reforms proposed by Mexico's president, examining their potential impact on costs and environmental sustainability. The conversation also touches on the historical decline of the Orient Express and its ties to modern geopolitical issues.