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Idyllic Love vs Pragmatism: Why President Lopez Obrador Chose Cuba Over the U.S.

Idyllic Love vs Pragmatism: Why President Lopez Obrador Chose Cuba Over the U.S.

Mariana Campero speaks with Ricardo Pascoe, the former Mexican ambassador to Cuba.

Mexico Matters

June 22, 202233m 16s

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Show Notes

In this episode, Mariana Campero speaks with Ricardo Pascoe, the former Mexican ambassador to Cuba. They discuss the political and economic conditions that exist in the island and why—despite the recent crackdowns on dissent and the economic collapse of the Cuban communist model—President López Obrador has decided to side with President Díaz Canel over President Biden to build a closer relationship.