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Narcos and avocados: Mexico’s diversifying drug cartels
Narcos and avocados: Mexico’s diversifying drug cartels
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Length:
28 minutes
Released:
May 23, 2023
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Podcast episode
Description
In attempts to amass more wealth, these organisations are dabbling in newer narcotics and even taking on the mining sector. The result is taking a toll on the country’s economy. Can a 100-year-old discovery solve the problem of antibiotic resistance? And we celebrate the anniversary of William Shakespeare’s first folio.For full access to print, digital and audio editions of The Economist, try a free 30-day digital subscription by going to www.economist.com/intelligenceoffer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Released:
May 23, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
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