As COVID-19 wreaks havoc around the globe, Latin America has become one of the most affected areas. What's the situation there? Why is the outbreak of the virus hard to curb in Latin America? What challenges does it face in fighting the pandemic? Alessandro Teixeira, former special economic adviser to the president of Brazil, shares his views on the issue. The views expressed in this video are his own, and do not necessarily reflect those of CGTN.