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As NATO looks to expand, many may still wonder: how does it work?
NATO is the most successful political and defense alliance in the history of nation states,” said former Finnish Prime Minister. Here's how NATO works.
Davos Agenda 2022
Why women’s rights must be at the heart of crisis response
Our collective failure to uphold women’s rights means that we emerge from each crisis a step further away from gender equality. We must translate humanitarian commitments into action and ...
Davos 2022
Why we need to regulate non-state use of arms
It's time for states to agree on anti-proliferation measures so that non-state actors cannot create lethal autonomous weapons by repurposing civilian products.
Agriculture, Food and Beverage
President Zelensky Warns Of Global Food Crisis
Davos 2022
Why are food prices near an all-time high?
Global food prices dip slightly but remain near an all-time high. The UN says vegetable oils and cereals have shown a modest decline in the last month.
Davos 2022
Ukrainians with disabilities are being left behind. It's time for concerted humanitarian action
People with disabilities in Ukraine are not even getting the chance to evacuate. The international community must start to incorporate inclusion into humanitarian response plans.
Agriculture, Food and Beverage
Ukrainian Farmers Persist As War Disrupts Global Food Supply
Ukraine
Ukraine, inflation and pandemics: the big issues in a changed world, according to historian Adam Tooze
Ukraine, inflation and the risk of future pandemics are among the issues set to dominate the global agenda in the next 12-24 months, says expert Adam Tooze.
Future of Food
47 million people in the world are on the edge of famine. What can be done?
Conflict, COVID, climate and food costs mean the world is currently facing a hunger catastrophe, warns the World Food Programme. Here’s what needs to happen.
International Security
Can the world's forgotten food crises weather the war?
The conflict in Ukraine and climate change are impacting global food markets, with many, already vulnerable nations having their food security threatened.
Energy
How did one European country free itself from Russian gas?
Europe has struggled with its dependence on fossil fuels from Russia following the invasion of Ukraine. But one EU member managed to rid itself of Russian gas.
Ukraine
Ukraine’s economy will shrink by almost half this year, says World Bank
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is seriously damaging the Ukraine economy. The World Bank predicts far-reaching consequences, with Russia also facing recession.
Inequality
Russia's war in Ukraine will slow economic growth and increase inflation, says IMF
Russia's invasion of Ukraine has led to the IMF revising its projection for global growth downwards to 3.6% for 2022 and 2023. But can inflation be avoided?
International Security
First Aid Training In Ukraine Is Saving Lives
International Security