Will the Maduro regime survive in Venezuela and will there be more unrest in Hong Kong? In this month’s video, John Ferguson, Country Analysis Director, discusses our latest forecasts with John Marrett and Giancarlo Morelli, from the Asia and Latin America teams respectively.

Recent demonstrations in Hong Kong have had a severe impact on tourism and retail sales. As a lasting political settlement seems to remain out of reach, John Marrett, Analyst and Country Risk Service Manager, shares our 2020 forecast for the market. Will the deep-seated tensions persist in the territory?

On the other hand, our Analyst Giancarlo Morelli assesses the intense economic and international pressure to oust Nicolás Maduro. With the opposition heading the National Assembly and the prospect of further US sanctions, will the risk of a political transition in Venezuela remain high in 2020?

To find out more about the political, policy and economic outlook in these territories, check out our country analysis and five-year forecasts. With reports available for 190 countries around the world, our Country Reports provide truly global coverage to help you to prepare for what’s ahead.