Bunning: EM Facing Political Currency Challenges

The video discusses the political influence on emerging market currencies, focusing on Duterte's impact on the Philippines and Turkey's internal dynamics. It highlights the risks associated with political changes and their effects on global trade and security, particularly under Trump's presidency.

What was the initial expectation of Duterte's presidency in the Philippines?

• Strengthened military presence

• Decreased foreign investments

• Positive economic reforms

• Increased political instability

How do internal political dynamics in Turkey affect its market outcomes?

• They drive market outcomes materially

• They have no significant impact

• They strengthen Turkey's economic independence

• They only affect the currency slightly

What is one of the concerns regarding Turkey's political actions?

• Combining with nationalists against the Kurds

• Increasing military spending

• Strengthening ties with the US

• Reducing trade with Asia

What is a potential consequence of Trump's presidency on global security?

• Increased global cooperation

• More stable NATO relations

• Strengthened EU unity

• Less security worldwide

How has Trump's view on NATO been described?

• Not a huge fan

• Strongly opposed

• Indifferent and neutral

• Supportive and cooperative