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AQ Podcast: Colombia’s Petro Prepares for Government

By AQ Online

The president-elect promised sweeping changes to Colombia’s economy and society. What will he be able to deliver?

Colombia’s Gustavo Petro will take office on August 7 with a lot on his plate. The country’s first ever leftist president has promised substantial reforms to Colombia’s economy and society. Polls show Colombians are optimistic and expectations are high. How much can be done How pragmatic will a Petro government be and what are his odds of success In this episode of the Americas Quarterly podcast, journalist Mariana Palau discusses the incoming government’s situation in Congress, as well as plans for the economy and peace in Colombia. Palau is a reporter with BluRadio and a Master of...

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