The globalization debate is often tinged with nationalism, self-interest, and lack of economic understanding, resulting in misguided public policies. Redressing the negative bias in the d...

Shang-Jin Wei · Project Syndicate 30 Oct 2019

Aviation, Travel and Tourism

If you like travelling, these countries should be on your list

Global tourism is growing, and there’s more of an emphasis on sustainability than ever before. Here are the 10 top destinations for 2020, according to the Lonely Planet.

Kate Whiting 24 Oct 2019

Neuroscience

Severe air pollution could speed up the degeneration of your child’s brain

Research shows children living in polluted cities have increased risk of Alzheimer's and cognitive decline.

Amedeo D'Angiulli · The Conversation 07 Oct 2019

Globalization 4.0

Globalization is changing. Here's how your business can adapt

From the rise of China to growing inequality, businesses must find a way of staying responsive to the challenges of the new era.

Anna Tunkel 13 Aug 2019

Globalization 4.0

What just happened? 5 stories from the World Economic Forum in China

After three days in Dalian covering everything from the future of trade to the history of whales, here's a look back at some of the key moments from this year's Annual Meeting of the New ...

Ceri Parker 03 Jul 2019

Globalization 4.0

Trade war and the future of globalization - top quotes from the World Economic Forum in China

For anyone fearing a relentless trade war between the world's two biggest economies, there was a glimmer of optimism on the eve of this year's Summer Davos: the leaders of China and the U...

Robin Pomeroy 03 Jul 2019

Blockchain

Blockchain will make sure green pledges aren't just greenwash: a new initiative by young leaders at the World Economic Forum

When a country or a company makes a promise to reduce carbon emissions, respect fishing quotas or cut toxic output, how can we be sure they'll keep their word?

Robin Pomeroy 02 Jul 2019

Globalization 4.0

How to create responsible supply chains in the age of globalization 4.0

Every company, government and individual, regardless of where they are based, is completely dependent on global value chains that seamlessly deliver goods and services around the world.

Suphachai Chearavanont 02 Jul 2019

Aviation, Travel and Tourism

You might soon be travelling without a passport – this is how

As the global aviation industry continues to soar, a World Economic Forum initiative aims to speed up the passenger experience.

Johnny Wood 26 Jun 2019

Aviation, Travel and Tourism

How curiosity and globalization are driving a new approach to travel

The collision of two trends - globalization and the experience economy - has sparked a new approach to travel with cultural curiosity at its heart.

Kris Naudts 24 Jun 2019

Globalization 4.0

Meet the Co-Chairs of the Annual Meeting of the New Champions 2019

A green tech start-up entrepreneur, the leaders of international companies and a UAE education minister join forces this July to co-chair the World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting of the ...

Digital Media Team 24 Jun 2019

Globalization 4.0

It’s time for global businesses to accept local responsibility

Globalization can and should spur growth and improve living standards around the world

Peter Lochbihler 14 Jun 2019

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