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Global Agenda
Competitiveness
New global competiveness rankings, the end of meat and other must-read stories of the week
A weekly round up of some of the top stories from the past seven days.
Competitiveness
10 must-read economics stories of the week
A list of some of the week’s most interesting stories in economic growth and social inclusion – featuring the release of the World Economic Forum’s Global Competitiveness Report 2016-17.
Global Governance
5 ways to make global trade work for developing countries
Poor countries lose 15% of their exports to unnecessary regulatory hurdles. Here's how we can give them a hand and boost global growth at the same time.
Shimon Peres: an optimist with a commitment to peace
Shimon Peres – Nobel Peace Prize laureate and public servant extraordinaire – held just about every possible government position in Israel.
Remembering Shimon Peres
Professor Klaus Schwab's tribute to former Israeli president Shimon Peres.
Gender Parity
Why sexism is bad for the economy and other must-read gender stories of the week
This week's best stories about how the gender gap plays out around the world – in business, health, education and politics.
Competitiveness
We’re less productive than in the past. Here are five potential explanations
Despite recent innovations such as social media, big data, fintech and the sharing economy, productivity growth has slowed since the global financial crisis. Here's why.
Competitiveness
It matters how competitive your country is. Here are three reasons why
Greater living standards. Resilience to economic shocks. These are some of the reasons why nations should take their competitiveness seriously.
Competitiveness
What is competitiveness?
To mark the launch of the latest Global Competitiveness Report, we take a look at what makes an economy competitive, how we measure it and what we can learn from this year's report.
Regional Agenda
Digital
Italy is giving itself a digital makeover. Here’s how
Digital innovation in Italy is on the up, according to this year’s Global Information Technology Report by the World Economic Forum. We take a look at what it means.
Africa
Thousands of talented expats want to transform their home countries. Let’s give them the chance
Every year in developing economies, thousands of young, talented workers return home wanting to change their countries. The challenges they face in doing so are enormous.
Africa
Africa could feed the world - if it overcomes these key challenges
African governments must not just focus on increasing their food production but on creating quality products that can compete globally.
Competitiveness
India’s growth is outpacing China’s. Here’s how they did it
What are India’s strengths and weaknesses today, in relation to its overall level of competitiveness and compared to other economies at the same stage of development?
Competitiveness
How can Latin America escape it's middle-income trap?
This year’s Global Competitiveness Report has good, bad and ugly news for Latin America and the Caribbean.
Africa
Can Africa diffuse its demographic time-bomb?
Without the tail winds of sustained global growth and high commodity prices, African economies need to increase their competitiveness if they are to offer more opportunities to their peo...
Competitiveness
What makes South Asia the fastest growing region in the world?
This part of the world is experiencing positive economic momentum, and in 2016 is set to grow more quickly than China for the first time in more than 20 years.
Competitiveness
Europe's competitiveness is under threat - unless it tackles these obstacles to prosperity
Europe is pushing the competitiveness frontier in multiple ways, but strong headwinds could yet blow the region off course.
Competitiveness
What impact will Brexit have on the UK’s competitiveness?
Of the 112 individual indicators that make up the Global Competitiveness Index, 14 could be directly negatively impacted by Brexit.
Industry Agenda
Oil and Gas
We used to worry about ‘peak oil’. Then the technological revolution happened
Thanks to technological advances, we no longer need to worry about running out of oil, says Chevron's CEO and chairman.
Environment
Wildlife crime: a $23 billion trade that’s destroying our planet
With a value of between $5 billion and $20 billion each year, illegal wildlife trafficking is the fourth most lucrative global crime.
Competitiveness
Lessons in corporate health - from ancient China
Global multinationals will be best served by external affairs departments which are skilled at putting out fires as well as they are empowered to proactively engage with stakeholder, posi...
Aviation and Travel
What will travel look like in 2030?
The travel and tourism industry has grown dramatically in the past decades, reaching nearly 1.2 billion international arrivals in 2015, compared to 25 million in 1950. That’s a growth of ...
Agriculture, Food and Beverage
We're addicted to meat. And it's destroying the planet
As the global population swells towards 10 billion, our eating habits will have to change. Are plant-based proteins and synthetic meat the answer?
Supply Chain and Transportation
What does Hanjin's collapse mean for world shipping?
The bankruptcy of South Korea's container carrier should not come as a surprise
Artificial Intelligence and Robotics
In the machine age, only one type of organization will thrive: a human one
“As traditionally high-skill jobs are increasingly outsourced to machines, humans must develop their deeper human capacities and qualities,” says Dov Seidman.
Future of Consumption
Bargain-hunters: here’s the real cost of that $10 polyester shirt
Your cheap clothes have a hidden cost. But it is possible to be a "conscious consumer" on a budget.
Leadership
5 ways running can make you a better leader
Studies suggest sporting prowess can boost women's career potential. Here's how.
