Agenda

The stories shaping the Global, Regional and Industry agendas

Global Agenda

How to tackle the world's biggest challenges and pursue a return

Institutional investors are increasingly addressing climate change and other risks, without sacrificing expected returns.

Rich Nuzum 28 May 2020

COVID-19

COVID-19: What you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic on 28 May

Today's top stories: US deaths surpass 100,000; the UK launches a mass testing and contact tracing program; WHO launches a new foundation; and how Facebook's remote working policy could transform Silicon Valley.

Linda Lacina 28 May 2020

COVID-19

Handwashing is saving lives - but for too many people, it remains a luxury

Despite its prominence today, handwashing is still out of reach for millions. Here are 3 ways we can help increase access to this most basic of resources.

Eleanor Allen and Patrick Moriarty 28 May 2020

COVID-19

New WHO foundation a 'historic step' to broaden the agency’s donor base: COVID-19 briefing

A new WHO Foundation will allow the organization to take donations from the general public, a source it hasn't typically tapped.

Linda Lacina 28 May 2020

COVID-19

How AI and machine learning are helping to fight COVID-19

Organizations have been quick to apply AI and machine-learning in the fight to curb the pandemic - and here are some of the most exciting applications.

Swami Sivasubramanian 28 May 2020

Precision Medicine

Why precision medicine won’t transform healthcare – but governance could

A review by 40 global experts resulted in tough words to ensure policy makers and healthsystems adapt and maximize precision medicine's potential.

Genya Dana 28 May 2020

The Ocean

5 things you need to know about the Virtual Ocean Dialogues

The Virtual Ocean Dialogues are the world's first totally online comprehensive global conference for ocean action. Here's what you can expect.

Gemma Parkes 27 May 2020

COVID-19

A second wave could lead to a 'public outcry' for digital tracing - government and business leaders on managing the coronavirus crisis

A second wave of the coronavirus pandemic could prompt the public to abandon privacy fears and call for the use of more widespread tracing technology, Prime Minister Netanyahu said.

Christopher Alessi and Greta Keenan 27 May 2020

COVID-19

COVID-19 lockdowns have silenced urban noise. Now it's coming back

For city dwellers around the world, coronavirus-related lockdowns quelled the daily bustle that usually surrounds them. That has not always been welcomed.

John Letzing 27 May 2020

Regional Agenda

COVID-19

COVID-19 in Africa: WHO media briefing on 28 May

The Forum on Thursday hosted its latest virtual briefing on COVID-19 in Africa, in partnership with the World Health Organization.

Beatrice Di Caro 28 May 2020

COVID-19

What small island nations – like Saint Lucia – need to survive and thrive in the post-pandemic world

Small, developing nations are the most vulnerable to the impact of COVID-19. A shift in the development finance ecosystem will help them build resilience.

Allen Chastanet, Thierry Déau, and Terri Toyota 21 May 2020

COVID-19

How youth and technology can drive Africa's COVID-19 response

Africa's COVID-19 response must be built on countries' existing resources. Here's a blueprint based on young people, technology, and community volunteers.

Neema Kaseje and Dan Kaseje 19 May 2020

India

How COVID-19 might impact India's renewable energy transition

India has some of the most aggressive renewable energy targets, but COVID-19 puts the model at risk. Will short-term needs distract from long-term goals?

Rahul Tongia 19 May 2020

COVID-19

As India's lockdown ends, a mental health crisis is just beginning

Cases of mental illness have risen by 20% in India since it went into lockdown. Here are three community-based responses to help stymie this growing crisis

Ashwin Naik 18 May 2020

COVID-19

This entrepreneur is helping farmers get food to consumers during lockdown

A social enterprise in the Philippines is helping food producers navigate the logistical challenges of COVID-19 restrictions.

Douglas Broom 15 May 2020

Middle East and North Africa

COVID-19 in Africa: WHO media briefing on 14 May

The Forum on Thursday hosted its latest virtual briefing on the impact of the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic on Africa, in partnership with the World Health Organization.

Beatrice Di Caro 14 May 2020

COVID-19

COVID-19 in Asia: WHO media briefing on 14 May

The Forum on Thursday hosted it first virtual briefing on the impact of the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic on Asia, in partnership with the World Health Organization.

Beatrice Di Caro 14 May 2020

COVID-19

COVID-19 is threatening the lives of migrant children held in US custody

The pandemic poses immediate risks to the mental and physical health of migrant children held in US custody. Here are 6 ways the government should act.

Sahana Kribakaran and Dylan Gee 13 May 2020

Industry Agenda

Cybersecurity

Behind the firewall: a discussion on the evolution of cybersecurity in the utility industry

The utility sector is being transformed - and this has opened it up to a new range of cyber-threats.Here, two industry experts discuss this new paradigm.

Andrew Gumbiner 22 May 2020

Supply Chain and Transport

How green stimulus measures could fuel the decarbonization of shipping

When deciding on policies and stimulus measures to kickstart the global economy, policymakers should invest in the shipping industry's green transition.

Johannah Christensen and Anthony Hobley 12 May 2020

COVID-19

COVID-19: what is the R number?

Governments are monitoring it closely to decide whether to lift their lockdowns. But what actually is the “reproduction number”, and how do we keep it low?

Peter Beech 08 May 2020

Drones

How drones are helping to battle COVID-19 in Africa – and beyond

Medical delivery drones have been supplying clinics in Africa for several years. Now they’re being deployed in the fight against coronavirus and are being trialed in the US.

Harry Kretchmer 08 May 2020

COVID-19

Blockchain: the vaccine against future disruption in the seafood industry

COVID-19 is inflicting suffering in every sector of the seafood industry, from fishing to restaurants. But blockchain's ability to account for every link in the supply chain could minimiz...

Bubba Cook 05 May 2020

COVID-19

As coronavirus shocks the energy sector and economy, is now the time for a new energy order?

COVID-19 and the subsequent collapse in oil prices have created an opportunity for unprecedented global collaboration on a sustainable energy transition.

Roberto Bocca 26 Apr 2020

COVID-19

U.S. dairy farmers dump milk as pandemic upends food markets

The disruption to supply chains due to coronavirus is causing tonnes of fresh produce to be wasted in the U.S., as farmers are unable to get their produce to market.

P.J. Huffstutter · Reuters 07 Apr 2020

COVID-19

How and when will this pandemic end? We asked a virologist

We are in the thick of a pandemic - but one day, it will end. Belgian virologist Guido Vanham explores how that might happen - and what are the factors at play.

David Knowles 06 Apr 2020

COVID-19

Leonardo DiCaprio launches food fund for communities hit by COVID-19

Billionaires and philanthropists aim to ease the damage inflicted by the coronavirus pandemic by raising funds for food charities.

Josephine Moulds 03 Apr 2020