Global trade could more than double in 2024. Here’s why
Global trade is set to double this year, according to the OECD, WTO and IMF. But geopolitics and other factors could yet undermine growth.
Andrea Willige
May 14, 2024
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How wind energy is reshaping the future of global power and politics
Wind energy is becoming an important strategic resource. Energy and supply chain shocks spurred countries around the world to boost their wind investments.
Rishabh Mishra
May 14, 2024
Girls Who Code founder Reshma Saujani explains why she set up Moms First, launched PaidLeave.ai and how the AI tool can help close the gender gap.
Kate Whiting
May 14, 2024
Why companies who pay a living wage create wider societal benefits
Paying a living wage to all workers is a powerful action businesses, and organizations can take to advance the social justice agenda worldwide.
Sanda Ojiambo
May 14, 2024
From our brains to our bowels – 5 ways the climate crisis is affecting our health
The climate crisis is damaging our mental and physical health, with a World Economic Forum report estimating it will lead to 14.5 million deaths by 2050.
Charlotte Edmond
May 14, 2024
Health funders unite to support climate and disease research, plus other top health stories
Top health news: Health heavyweights form partnership; New WHO report highlights advances; UK doctors trial first 'personalized' skin cancer vaccine.
Shyam Bishen
May 13, 2024
The economic challenges and opportunities for MENA, according to experts at #SpecialMeeting24
From building resilience to boosting regional integration for growth, here are some of the key #SpecialMeeting24 takeaways on MENA's future economic outlook.
Kate Whiting
May 13, 2024
These 4 cities are making innovative use of generative AI
From self-driving trucks in Dallas to Buenos Aires’s chatbot, generative AI is being trialled and implemented in cities worldwide. Here are four examples.
Madeleine North
May 13, 2024
'Shrinking in size, but not in price' - Everything you need to know about 'shrinkflation'
Consumer products getting smaller in size but not changing price is a practice that’s become known as “shrinkflation”. Some governments are now taking action.
Emma Charlton
May 13, 2024
What is a geopolitical recession and how could we avoid one?
Some analysts believe that global institutions no longer align with a shifting international balance of power that is changing the geopolitical outlook.
Spencer Feingold and Simon Torkington
May 13, 2024
Sustainability reporting: What directors need to know and do
Benefits of voluntarily adopting sustainability-related disclosures include meeting the information needs of investors, customers and other stakeholders.
Sarah Barker and Simon Learmount
May 13, 2024
Lessons learned from over three decades fighting poverty
The founder of Brazil's Dara Institute outlines three important lessons on how public and private actors from civil society can help eradicate poverty.
Vera R. Cordeiro
May 13, 2024
Boosting renewable energy growth through responsible value chains: A case study from China
A Forum working group and collaboration analyzes China’s renewable energy value chain with recommendations for companies to achieve net-zero emissions.
Vee Li and Zhang Xun
May 13, 2024
Four principles for managing commercial relations with difficult neighbours
Managing commercial relations with difficult neighbours requires a nuanced approach that balances economic interests with geopolitical realities
Mikheil Janelidze
May 13, 2024