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More people are living displaced from their homes, than at any time since World War II
More people are displaced from their homes than at any period since World War II.
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Global Issue
Industry
Economy
Key Issue
System Initiative
Global Governance
Economic Growth and Social Inclusion
When it comes to world leaders, West isn't best
If we want a more stable and prosperous world, we need to embrace our global diversity and expertise.
Global Economic Imbalances
The US banned Mexican workers in 1965. What happened next?
New research looks at the impact of a ban on Mexican workers in 1965.
Environment
Why China and California are trying to work on climate change without Trump
The state of California and China's Tsinghua University will establish a U.S.-China Climate Change Institute to cooperate on technology and research in the battle against global warming.
Internet Governance
Digital voting could revolutionise democracy, but it might come at a cost
Digital technology could boost voter participation, but it comes with risks.
Environment
This is the UN's secret plan to save the world
Science can help us solve our greatest health and development problems.
Leadership
To open up global trade we need to understand 'protectionism'
G20 leaders need a smarter approach to protectionist policies that threaten free trade. But first, they need a legal definition of what 'protectionism' means.
Europe
Why populism is still a threat in Europe
Populism is still a threat to Europe, says Richard Maher. Here's how we can contain it.
Global shapers
Millennials are rapidly losing interest in democracy
A new study suggests that younger people are becoming much less enthusiastic about democracy.
Fragility, Violence and Conflict
These are the most peaceful countries in the world
The latest Global Peace Index shows the world has become a little more peaceful in the past year.
Governance for Sustainability
These are the countries ranked best - and worst - at governing
A new Social Progress Index reveals how well societies use the money they have.
Environment
Why the Paris climate agreement might be better off without the US
The conventional wisdom that the United States should remain under the Paris Agreement could be wrong.
France
Has populism peaked? What Emmanuel Macron's victory tells us
France has bucked the populist trend, but what does this mean for the future?
Human implications of digital media
#MacronLeaks changed political campaigning. Why Macron succeeded and Clinton failed
Using technology to counteract computational propaganda may be our only hope to preserve democracy as we know it. And Macron’s campaign is a prime example of that.
Corruption
5 leaders exposing corruption and bringing hope to Africa
"Naming and faming" inspiring leaders gives citizens hope that there are people out there serving the public good, even in the most difficult of circumstances.