Economist Podcasts Continental shift: covid-19 grips Europe
Mar 23, 2020
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.
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Europe's COVID-19 Crisis
- COVID-19 severely impacts Europe, notably Italy with the highest death toll globally, surpassing China.
- Spain follows as the third worst-hit, raising concerns about rapid deterioration.
Italy's COVID-19 Mystery
- Italy's high COVID-19 death rate, especially in the prosperous north with good hospitals, puzzles experts.
- Theories include Italians' tactile culture, but similar cultures elsewhere haven't experienced the same severity.
EU's Lack of Coordination
- The EU lacks coordination in tackling the pandemic, with each country implementing its own measures.
- This surprising lack of unity highlights how nations guard their healthcare systems and individual freedoms.