In 2018, Costa Rica elected Carlos Alvarado Quesada president and he is currently the youngest head of state in Latin America. But his Vice President also made history.

Economist Epsy Campbell-Barr became the country’s first woman, of Afro-descent, to reach that office.

Anchor Elaine Reyes sat down with her during the 73rd United Nations General Assembly in New York.

They discussed many topics ranging from the role of women in politics to Costa Rica’s relationship with China. Take a listen.