From global think tanks
The analyses published here do not necessarily reflect the strategic thinking of The Global Eye
Today’s about : Afghanistan-US, Africa, Arctic-Russia-US, Colombia, Haiti, Kazakhstan, Lebanon, Middle East, Myanmar, NATO-US, Russia, Russia’s War of Aggression on Ukraine, Syria, UN-US, US, US-China, Venezuela, Climate Action, Davos 2025 (all the sessions)
Afghanistan – US
(Marvin G. Weinbaum – Middle East Institute)
Taliban control over Afghanistan stands today virtually unchallenged. No political or military force appears likely to remove Taliban rule for the foreseeable future. Reacting to the regime’s policies, the United States and the international community have thus far been unified in withholding from the Kabul government full diplomatic recognition. Yet efforts to have the Taliban change its ways by our contingently denying legitimacy and trying to isolate the regime have clearly failed. The present US approach, with its narrowly defined, intermittent engagement, has little to show for it. With a new administration in Washington, this is an opportune time to reconsider America’s approach and to normalize diplomatic encounters with the Islamic Emirate. There is reason to believe that through regular contacts and building relationships with its leaders the US will be positioned to gain influence with the Taliban regime and better hold it to account for its more reprehensible policies. This course also offers greater promise of realizing American hopes for an Afghanistan inhospitable to global terrorists, less vulnerable to falling deeper into China and Russia’s orbit, and more respectful of the human rights of its citizens. – Time for a more realistic approach to Afghanistan | Middle East Institute
Africa
(UN News)
Africa tragically remains the epicentre of global terrorism, and more action is required to implement international commitments to combat this scourge, the UN Deputy Secretary-General told the Security Council on Tuesday. – Security Council debates growing terrorism threat in Africa | UN News
Arctic – Russia – US
(Sergey Sukhankin – The Jamestown Foundation)
U.S. President Donald Trump’s rhetoric on Greenland and Canada highlights the emerging strategic rivalry in the Arctic. Russian commentators present this as a new justification for its territorial expansionist ambitions in the Arctic and beyond. Russian experts see Trump’s focus on the Arctic as a strategy to counter Russia’s influence in the region, driven by resource competition and military positioning. Moscow is exploiting these narratives to amplify its propaganda and Arctic objectives. Russia is using Trump’s controversial statements to strengthen its anti-West narratives, with some experts advocating for aggressive measures, including invoking historical claims on Alaska, intensifying Arctic tensions and risks of conflict. – Russian Commentators Take Advantage of Trump’s Greenland and Canada Rhetoric – Jamestown
Colombia
(UN News)
The recent deadly violence in Colombia’s Catatumbo region has highlighted the ongoing challenges in consolidating peace, eight years after the signing of the 2016 Final Peace Agreement, the UN Security Council heard on Wednesday. – Colombia: Catatumbo killings highlight fragility of peace process | UN News
Haiti
(UN News)
Haiti is showing signs of progress on the political front despite serious setbacks in terms of security, the Special Representative and Head of the UN office in the country, BINUH, told the Security Council on Wednesday. – Support for Haiti needed now ‘more than ever’, Security Council hears | UN News
Kazakhstan
(Paul Globe – The Jamestown Foundation)
Moscow finds itself challenged in the Caspian Sea by Kazakhstan, whose naval forces there are better prepared to cope with the sea drying up and whose focus is not distracted by conflicts elsewhere. Kremlin hawks such as Nikolai Patrushev are alarmed and calling on the Kremlin to devote more attention to the Caspian, which is key to its north-south corridor plans and the development of ties with Iran, India, and the Global South. Moscow is unlikely to take any major steps until its war in Ukraine ends, and Kazakhstan will use its growing strength on the Caspian to advance its broader interests while others, such as Iran and China, will exploit Russia’s weakened position there as well. – Kazakhstan Rapidly Moving to Become Dominant Naval Power on the Caspian – Jamestown
Lebanon
(UN News)
Nearly a third of Lebanon’s population is facing acute food insecurity following the escalation of hostilities in late 2024, according to the latest Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) analysis released on Wednesday. – Lebanon: Food insecurity deepens following conflict, new report reveals | UN News
Middle East
(Siddhant Kishore, Carolyn Moorman, Alexandra Braverman, Ria Reddy, Andie Parry, Johanna Moore, Ben Rezaei, Katherine Wells, Avery Borens, and Brian Carter – Institute for The Study of War)
Gaza Strip: CTP-ISW did not record verifiable reports of kinetic activity in the Gaza Strip or reports of attacks from the Gaza Strip into Israel since the last data cut off on January 21.
West Bank: Palestinian Islamic Jihad announced the formation of joint operations rooms in the West Bank on January 22 with Hamas and al Aqsa Martyrs Brigades’ fighters.
Iraq: Iraq may attempt to integrate Iranian-backed Iraqi militias into the Iraqi army after the withdrawal of US forces, which would not satisfy US demands to dissolve the militias. The integration of the militias would instead increase their influence within the army, which is deeply problematic given the backgrounds and loyalties of many of these groups.
Iran: Unspecified Western officials told The Financial Times on January 22 that two Iranian cargo vessels carrying a large amount of chemical precursor for solid missile propellant will travel from China to Iran over the next few weeks. Israeli damage estimates from the IDF strikes on Iran in October 2024 suggest that Iran’s missile production capabilities likely remain limited, however. – Iran Update, January 22, 2025 | Institute for the Study of War
(Dennis Ross, Matthew Levitt, Neomi Neumann – The Washington Institute for Near East Policy)
Former Israeli and U.S. officials discuss the deal’s timing, provisions, and near-term prospects, outlining the Trump administration’s practical options for advancing peace in Gaza and beyond. – Gaza Ceasefire: Implications for Israel, Hamas, and U.S. Policy | The Washington Institute
(UN News)
The crisis in Gaza continues to remain acute, with UN humanitarians reporting critical shortages of water, food and efforts to deliver vital aid to the war-torn region. Meanwhile, escalating violence in the West Bank has further deepened concerns over civilian safety and access to assistance. – Ceasefire in Gaza brings hope, but West Bank faces escalating violence | UN News
(UN News)
Aid is entering Gaza “at scale” in line with the ceasefire agreement that has seen Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners released and families reunited, but massive needs remain across the devastated enclave, UN humanitarians said on Tuesday. – Aid surging into Gaza ‘at scale’ but massive needs remain: OCHA, WHO | UN News
Myanmar
(UN News)
The security situation in Myanmar continues to remain highly volatile, with intensified airstrikes across multiple regions leading to dozens of civilian casualties, the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) reported on Wednesday. – Myanmar crisis: Civilians killed in airstrikes as Rohingya risk dangerous journeys | UN News
NATO – US
(Kristine Berzina – German Marshall Fund of the United States)
Donald Trump inherits at the start of his second term a NATO alliance that has more members, is better funded, and is more capable and committed than it has been in decades. Unlike in 2019, when French President Emmanuel Macron deemed the alliance “brain dead”, today’s NATO is focused on deterring and defending its members from a Kremlin-led global club of aggressors. The incoming administration, to ensure US security and prosperity, will benefit from a strong and motivated team of Atlantic allies. In NATO and with its individual members, the United States has greater reach and resources to stop aggression by adversaries. Russia and China, above all, collaborate closely to disrupt and usurp American hegemony, empowering Iran and North Korea in the process. – NATO: Strength in Unity | German Marshall Fund of the United States
Russia
(Richard Connolly – RUSI)
Russia’s economic resilience is defying expectations, enabling the Kremlin to sustain its war efforts in Ukraine despite mounting challenges, and raising doubts about hopes for a swift resolution. – Russia’s Wartime Economy isn’t as Weak as it Looks | Royal United Services Institute
(Pavel K. Baev – The Jamestown Foundation)
Russian President Vladimir Putin’s autocratic regime faces global condemnation due to its war against Ukraine, suppression of the opposition, and increasing international isolation. These developments expose the regime’s corruption and deepen its global alienation.
Russia’s influence is eroding in key regions, including the Middle East, with military setbacks in Syria and strained alliances. Russia’s economic challenges and diminished global standing further undermine Moscow’s strategic objectives. As Putin marks 25 years in power, his militarized regime remains a destabilizing force in Europe that no single country has proven capable of deterring or punishing. – Putin’s Anniversaries Mark Dangerous Degradation of His Regime – Jamestown
(UN News)
A UN independent human rights expert on Tuesday called for an end to Russia’s severe crackdown on the legal profession, condemning the prison sentences handed down to three lawyers last week who defended the late opposition leader Alexei Navalny. – UN rights expert calls for end to Russia’s crackdown on lawyers | UN News
Russia’s War of Aggression on Ukraine
(Davit Gasparyan, Grace Mappes, Olivia Gibson, Angelica Evans, Nate Trotter, William Runkel, and George Barros – Institute for the Study of War)
The Kremlin has launched an information operation that seeks to create the false impression that the Russian economy is performing well despite numerous continued indicators of macroeconomic distress.
Russia continues long-term efforts to build out its manpower reserve with All-Russian Cossack Society organizations and create a willing and well-trained prioritized pool designed to buffer the Kremlin from potential blowback in the event of a possible future partial call up of Russian reservists.
North Korea will reportedly deploy new military personnel to Russia by mid-March 2025, likely to maintain the current pace and intensity of attritional, infantry-led assaults in Kursk Oblast.
These fresh North Korean forces are unlikely to decisively improve Russian operations and will likely face the same high casualty rates and complications operating with Russian forces as the current North Korean contingent, provided the Russian command continues to use North Korean forces the same way as it has thus far.
Russian milbloggers complained and expressed concern over recent claims that the Hayat Tahrir al Sham (HTS)-led interim government in Syria suspended Russian investment and financial involvement in the port of Tartus as Russia’s long-term military presence in Syria remains unclear.
A Russian state media outlet reported that Russia may resume direct gas deliveries to Transnistria despite recent discussions about sourcing non-Russian gas to the region.
Ukrainian forces recently recaptured lost positions near Toretsk.
Russian forces recently advanced near Chasiv Yar, Toretsk, Pokrovsk, Kurakhove, and Velyka Novosilka.
Russia and Uzbekistan are deepening military cooperation. – Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, January 22, 2025 | Institute for the Study of War
Syria
(UN News)
The UN Special Envoy for Syria on Wednesday emphasised the strong international consensus that is emerging in support of the country’s political transition since the fall of the Assad regime last month. – In Syria, top UN envoy highlights international backing for political transition | UN News
UN – US
(UN News)
UN agencies responded on Tuesday to President Trump’s executive orders ending US membership of the World Health Organization (WHO) and its adherence to the Paris Climate Agreement, highlighting the massive potential negative impact on public health and efforts to curb global warming. – UN regrets US exit from global cooperation on health, climate change agreement | UN News
US
(Arnold Punaro – Atlantic Council)
The US Senate’s constitutional responsibility to provide advice and consent on the US president’s nominees for national security positions is one of its most important and fundamental roles. Senate-confirmed Department of Defense leaders—civilian and military—have the authority to direct the United States’ troops in conflict and the responsibility to ensure those troops are the best trained and best equipped. Several of President Donald Trump’s top nominees, such as Pete Hegseth for secretary of defense and the newly sworn-in Secretary of State Marco Rubio, recently finished their hearings as part of the Senate confirmation process. More hearings for other candidates will take place in the coming days. But if the past few decades are any indication, expect a long slog ahead. – The Senate confirmation process is broken. Here are three ways to fix it. – Atlantic Council
(Atlantic Council)
Call it a power play. On his first day back in the White House, US President Donald Trump issued a slew of statements and executive orders affecting US energy policy. In his inaugural address, Trump promised to declare a “national energy emergency” and use the powers of his office to bring down energy prices, fill US strategic reserves, and export US energy all over the world. The speed and scope of Trump’s directives and announcements so far indicate his emphasis on transforming US energy—including undoing many of his predecessor’s efforts to boost clean energy and curb greenhouse gas emissions. – Seven questions (and expert answers) about Trump’s first actions to transform US energy – Atlantic Council
(Patrick Schröder, Bhargabi Bharadwaj – Chatham House)
On his first day back in office, Donald Trump signed executive orders to withdraw the United States from the Paris Climate Accords and revoked a host of other climate policies that were implemented by the Biden administration. These moves deepen vulnerabilities for communities worldwide – and for a United States that itself is unprepared for the challenges ahead. – Trump’s energy policies ignore the urgent lessons of the California fires | Chatham House – International Affairs Think Tank
US – China
(German Marshall Fund of the United States)
A conversation between Bonnie Glaser and Dr. Evan Medeiros discussing the trajectory of US-China relations under the second Trump administration, based on the latter’s recent article in the Financial Times “Xi has a plan for retaliating against Trump’s gamesmanship”. – Beijing’s Approach Toward a Second Trump Presidency | German Marshall Fund of the United States
Venezuela
(The Soufan Center)
On January 10, Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro was sworn in for his third, six-year term in office, despite immense controversy over the results of the election in July 2024 against opposition candidate Edmundo González Urrutia.
The July 2024 election results, which placed Maduro at 51.95 percent, were widely disputed, with the Carter Center and other observers condemning the process as flawed and undemocratic.
Post-election protests demanding transparency were met with deadly force, as government militias killed at least 22 protesters and detained over 2,400 individuals across the country.
Maduro’s regime has withstood international sanctions aimed at addressing Venezuela’s democratic erosion by strengthening its relationships with Russia and China, securing vital economic support, and consolidating the regime through strategic alliances. – Maduro’s Stranglehold on Power in Venezuela Continues to Destabilize the Country – The Soufan Center
Climate Action
(UN News)
As glaciers disappear at an alarming rate due to climate change, the UN General Assembly has declared 2025 the International Year of Glaciers’ Preservation (IYGP). – Climate emergency: 2025 declared international year of glaciers | UN News
Davos 2025
(WEF)
A special address by António Guterres, Secretary-General, United Nations – World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2025 | World Economic Forum
(WEF)
A Conversation with Anwar Ibrahim, Prime Minister of Malaysia – Programme > World Economic Forum Annual Meeting | World Economic Forum
(WEF)
A conversation with Friedrich Merz, Leader of the Opposition, Federal Assembly of Germany (Bundestag) – World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2025 | World Economic Forum
(Samir Saran, Arvind Krishna, Arthur Mensch, Clara Chappaz, Abdullah AlSwaha – WEF)
Despite the proliferation of AI governance frameworks, fragmentation and lack of coordination have hindered the responsible innovation, development and deployment of this technology. With AI’s global impact, how can we reduce governance gaps and foster a collaborative and interoperable approach? – Programme > World Economic Forum Annual Meeting | World Economic Forum
(Nicola Galombik, Raj Kumar, Barbara Frei, Chantal Line Carpentier, Muhammad Yunus, Parks Tau, Hilde Schwab – WEF)
With over 10 million social enterprises globally, contributing $2 trillion annually to the economy, social innovation is driving transformative change. How can business and policy-makers harness the impact of social innovation to meet economic and societal challenges? –Programme > World Economic Forum Annual Meeting | World Economic Forum
(Katie Drummond, Gobind Singh Deo, Hoda Al Khzaimi, Robert M. Lee, Jay Chaudhry, Oscar López – WEF)
Escalating cyberattacks, geopolitical instability and unprecedented technological shifts cast a shadow on an organization’s resilience. What emerging trends will reshape the cybersecurity model and how can global leaders harness these insights to build a more secure and equitable digital future? – Programme > World Economic Forum Annual Meeting | World Economic Forum
(Steven Pinker – WEF)
Looking at global headlines today, it’s hard not to feel pessimism. Have recent wars, pandemics and autocracies made the idea of progress obsolete? Cognitive scientist Steven Pinker uses data and psychology to provide a fresh perspective on progress: why it is so hard to achieve and what ideas were responsible for progress in the past and will be needed for progress to continue? – Programme > World Economic Forum Annual Meeting | World Economic Forum
(Ryan Roslansky, Denis Machuel, Jamie Heller, Gilbert Fossoun Houngbo, Veronica Nilsson, Tharman Shanmugaratnam – WEF)
Despite a recent fall in global unemployment, 402 million people are still lacking jobs. Filling in this gap and addressing a lack of employment opportunities is critical to reduce existing inequalities. How can we place high-quality employment at the heart of future economic policy, especially at a time when nearly a quarter of jobs are exposed to disruption? – Programme > World Economic Forum Annual Meeting | World Economic Forum
(Jane Sun, Richard Quest, Edi Rama, Ahmed Al-Khateeb, Apostolos Tzitzikostas, Xavier Rossinyol – WEF)
Tokyo, Istanbul and Madrid had record numbers of tourists recently and tourism is expected to reach pre-pandemic levels globally this year. Shifting traveller expectations, geopolitics and climate change are rapidly redefining the global travel landscape. What transformations are already shaping the future of destinations and how do we ensure no one is left in the middle seat? – Programme > World Economic Forum Annual Meeting | World Economic Forum
(Juliet Mann, Jacques Vandermeiren, Rosan Perkasa Roeslani, Sara Aagesen Muñoz, Orlando E. Cabrales Segovia – WEF)
Industry accounts for 30% of global greenhouse gas emissions, with the majority concentrated in multisectoral industrial zones around the world. To achieve a successful energy transition, the rapid deployment of large-scale clean energy infrastructure is essential. How can industrial clusters accelerate the development of such infrastructure while serving as testing ground for innovative projects? – Programme > World Economic Forum Annual Meeting | World Economic Forum
(Gilles Moëc, Fernando Honorato Barbosa, Karen Harris, Sebastian Matthes – WEF)
The global economy is poised for another year of uncertainty and uneven growth, according to the World Economic Forum’s latest survey of chief economists. Join this session with leading economists from around the world to discuss the emerging economic landscape and the decisions for business and policy-makers in 2025 and beyond. – Programme > World Economic Forum Annual Meeting | World Economic Forum
(Peter Sands, Adar C. Poonawalla, Sania Nishtar, Pedro Sánchez, Vas Narasimhan, Klaus Schwab, Magdalena Skipper – WEF)
Over the past century, global life expectancy has more than doubled due to advances in vaccines, medical treatments and preventive care, bolstering both well-being and economic prosperity. How can leaders coordinate efforts to further implement the use of cutting-edge technology and data to improve public health? – Programme > World Economic Forum Annual Meeting | World Economic Forum
(Sir Martin Sorrell, H.H. Sheikha Latifa Bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Patrice Louvet, Anna Marks, Spriha Srivastava – WEF)
Taylor Swift’s Eras tour has generated an estimated $5 billion in economic activity, boosting local businesses, filling hotels and stimulating local hospitality sectors. Major global gatherings – from the FIFA World Cup to the Olympics – have served as catalysts for urban regeneration but also pose risks to local economies such as financial strain, under-used infrastructure, and inequality. How can the public and private sectors leverage these events to create lasting impact? – Programme > World Economic Forum Annual Meeting | World Economic Forum
(Joumanna Bercetche, François Villeroy de Galhau, Nicolai Tangen, Isabella M. Weber, Ronald P. O’Hanley – WEF)
With global inflation projected to continue its downward spiral, monetary policy has started to ease across many advanced and emerging economies. However, with concerns persisting around supply chains and volatile commodity prices, what are the prospects for interest rates in 2025? – Programme > World Economic Forum Annual Meeting | World Economic Forum
(Arvind Jain, Hemant Taneja, Mohit Bhatnagar, Kate Ryder, Brian Sozzi – WEF)
The past year marked the lowest rate of unicorn creation since 2017, yet venture funding levels remain substantially higher than pre-pandemic averages. With investors considering sustainable value creation over growth at all costs, what funding models can help ensure that entrepreneurs have access to enough capital for future innovations? – Programme > World Economic Forum Annual Meeting | World Economic Forum
(Roland Busch, Tian Wei, Padraig McDonnell, Gan Kim Yong, Anish Shah – WEF)
From AI-powered autonomous production lines and digital twins that simulate entire supply chains to next-gen robotics, manufacturers are eager to leverage frontier innovations to build intelligent, agile and resilient operations. How can companies harness and scale these frontier innovations to future-proof their operations in a world of constant change? – Programme > World Economic Forum Annual Meeting | World Economic Forum
(Daniel Kurtz-Phelan, Comfort Ero, Rafael Mariano Grossi, Abdulhamid Al Dabiba, Meghan O’Sullivan, Alexander Stubb – WEF)
The global security landscape has deteriorated sharply in the past decade, with nearly 15% of the world’s population now living in conflict-affected areas. As these conflicts combine with climate and technological risks, as well as the re-emergence of threats of nuclear proliferation, what can leaders do to stem the breakdown of longstanding security norms and institutions and bolster long-term comprehensive collective security? – Programme > World Economic Forum Annual Meeting | World Economic Forum
(John Schultz, Amy Pope, Brandon Daniels, Ishaan Tharoor, Ashif Shaikh – WEF)
An estimated 50 million people are victims of modern slavery today, hidden in supply chains and industries worldwide. Data fragmentation and limited measurement continue to hinder efforts to address this crisis effectively. How can innovative data-sharing partnerships drive accountability to eradicate forced labour and modern slavery? – Programme > World Economic Forum Annual Meeting | World Economic Forum
(Anis Kallel, Katherine Garrett-Cox, Johanna Hoffman, Chantal Line Carpentier, Sharon Block, Melvyn Lubega – WEF)
According to the IMF, income inequality is high or increasing in 60% of low- and middle-income countries, with the highest impact being felt on marginalized groups. With rising income inequality threatening growth worldwide, what can be done to bridge this gap? – Programme > World Economic Forum Annual Meeting | World Economic Forum
(Thérèse Kayikwamba Wagner, Mina Al-Oraibi, Catherine De Bolle, François Valérian, Alicia Bárcena Ibarra – WEF)
Women have made remarkable strides in political representation in the past decade, making up 35.5% of local government officials, 33% of parliamentarians, 24.4% of ministers and 15.5% of heads of state. Yet political power remains out of reach for a disproportionate number of women. How can this persistent gap be tackled? – Programme > World Economic Forum Annual Meeting | World Economic Forum
(Ravi Agrawal, Valdis Dombrovskis, Elisabeth Svantesson – WEF)
In 2024 Russia overtook Japan as the world’s fourth largest economy in purchasing power parity terms, yet there is a deteriorating fiscal context and faltering economic stability as a sharp downturn looms. On foreign policy, Moscow has doubled down on efforts to consolidate a counterweight to the G7, even as it faces setbacks in the Middle East. How will Russia and its place in the world fare in 2025? – Programme > World Economic Forum Annual Meeting | World Economic Forum
(Vitalii Koval, Adel bin Ahmed Al-Jubeir, Ilwad Elman, Ibrahim Thiaw – WEF)
Over the past 60 years, 40% of intrastate conflicts have a link to natural resources, as nature continues to underpin peace and stability. This session examines how nature contributes to global security and how to identify new approaches to environmental conservation. – Programme > World Economic Forum Annual Meeting | World Economic Forum
(Ilan Goldfajn, Jose Raul Mulino Quintero, Sergio Sarmiento, Dina Ercilia Boluarte – WEF)
Governance in Latin America is being transformed. Polarized politics, increasing demands for security and challenging migration flows are among the factors impacting government effectiveness and the public’s expectations. How are the region’s leaders navigating these risks and uncertainties while seeking long-term stability and enabling investments? – Programme > World Economic Forum Annual Meeting | World Economic Forum
(Michael Süss, Bonnie Y Chan, Tian Wei, Zhu Min, Hou Qijun – WEF)
China’s largest economic stimulus package since 2008 has renewed attention on its economic performance and potential. In the longer term, the policy to mobilize “new quality productive forces” over a set of targeted “future industries” indicates a reliance on technology-driven industrial policy for future growth. How can China strike a balance between short-term fiscal stimulus and cohesive forward-looking industrial policy as it aims to deliver on its growth targets? – Programme > World Economic Forum Annual Meeting | World Economic Forum
(Tengku Zafrul Bin Tengku Abdul Aziz, Zhang Lei, David Gelles, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, James Hame Marape – WEF)
The green transition presents an unprecedented economic opportunity but it is also giving rise to competitive tensions. Countries are looking to protect and develop domestic industries and export their standards around the world. Can trade cooperation support climate goals and fair industry transition? – Programme > World Economic Forum Annual Meeting | World Economic Forum
(David Ignatius, Ayman Al Safadi – WEF)
Ongoing conflict in the Middle East is having ripple effects across the world as the toll on human lives continues to rise. – Programme > World Economic Forum Annual Meeting | World Economic Forum
(Jacob Aarup-Andersen, Bob Sternfels, Odile Françoise Renaud-Basso, Børge Brende, Mohammed Aljadaan, Gita Gopinath – WEF)
In a world shaped by increased disruption, building long-term resilience is essential for emerging economies. How can government and industry collaborate to better mobilize capital for resilience-building investments? – Programme > World Economic Forum Annual Meeting | World Economic Forum
(Andrii Sybiha, Sasha Vakulina, Marta Kos, Andrej Plenković, Milojko Spajić – WEF)
Recent EU joiners have grown at 4% on average a year from accession initiation until 2008, with half this growth derived from the accession process itself. Enlargement can also shore up Europe’s role in the world by growing the single market, global trade bargaining power and geopolitical weight. How can a new vision for successful enlargement align EU accession, trade and growth strategies, leverage private sector engagement and bring benefits for current and aspiring member states alike? – Programme > World Economic Forum Annual Meeting | World Economic Forum
(WEF)
The stark realities of our changing planet reveal the urgent need to improve biodiversity, protect water systems and optimize resource use. This session explores new data to highlight opportunities for businesses to contribute to protecting and restoring nature, sustaining hydrological cycles and securing a just and resilient future for all. The Global Situation Space combines NASA time-lapse satellite imagery and geospatial and econometric data with predictive modelling. – Programme > World Economic Forum Annual Meeting | World Economic Forum
(John Dutton, Zachary Smith, Fajer Mushtaq, Kwasi Mitchell, Shanti Raghavan, Anacláudia Rossbach – WEF)
As global challenges such as inequality and climate change intensify, cities are at the forefront of these disruptions with increasing human, social and economic losses. Cities are also critical incubators and accelerators for innovative solutions. To catalyse investment in these critical ecosystems, global leaders are launching Yes Cities, an ambitious urban sustainability initiative to reimagine and transform urban life for people and planet. Join top CEOs and public sector leaders as they announce how the impact of the initiative will be driven, supporting more than 1,000 innovators by 2030 and helping scale their game-changing sustainability solutions across 50+ cities in the next five years. – Programme > World Economic Forum Annual Meeting | World Economic Forum
(Carmen Correa, Claudia Romo Edelman, Asha Makana, Amitabh Behar, Kate Fitz-Gibbon, Nurul Izzah Anwar – WEF)
According to the World Economic Forum’s Global Gender Gap Report 2024, parity is still 134 years away. Even when countries enshrine gender equality in law, gender-based discrimination can persist in practice. What persistent gaps must be tackled to ensure justice and make progress on gender equality? – World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2025 | World Economic Forum
