I am Youwei Li, an MSc student in Latin American Studies at St. Hugh's College. My previous study experience is in the fields of political economy and sociology. My interest in the region was inspired by the brilliant works of literary giants. Latin America has enormous development potential, has the capacity to assume a more important and constructive role in future global affairs, I am very glad to be at LAC, under the guidance of an interdisciplinary programme framework, to study and explore the region's unique development trajectory, which would contribute to a more comprehensive understanding of its future prospects. My academic interest lies in exploring those factors that could influence the governance capabilities (and their influencing mechanisms) of countries in the region.