Have we reached peak globalization - and where do we go from here?
Globalization has defined the modern world, but COVID-19 has left it vulnerable. Richard Haass argues that governments need to mediate the situation carefully.
U.N. warns of global mental health crisis due to COVID-19 pandemic
A UN report has highlighted those vulnerable to mental distress, including children and young people, and healthcare workers who see patients dying from COVID-19.
Despite fears of a second wave, lockdowns are lifting – here’s what it looks like
France and China have begun to reopen businesses, as lockdown measures are lifted. But in Germany, there are fears of a second wave of infections as cases accelerate.
How can we make sure a COVID-19 vaccine doesn’t go to the highest bidder?
Ensuring no one is left behind in the race to create a coronavirus vaccine requires collective investment, and innovation, write Mariana Mazzucato and Els Toreele.
COVID-19 could spur automation and reverse globalization – to some extent
Experts predict that as a result of coronavirus, we will see a surge in automation, whilst subsequently seeing globalisation diminish.
The World Bank predicts areas most at risk to coronavirus
The World Bank has developed a map of areas most at risk to coronavirus. Predictions are based upon factors like population density and access to public toilets.
COVID-19 in Africa: insights from our 7 May WHO media briefing
Join in to our eighth Africa Media briefing with the World Health Organization (WHO) on COVID-19 in Africa.
Tackling COVID-19 requires better governance of AI and other frontier technologies – here’s why
Artificial Intelligence used to conquer COVID-19 will require governance to maintain the public's confidence in the long term.
How to protect global supply chains under threat from the COVID-19 pandemic
To protect the global supply chains threatened by COVID-19 will require a systemic and coordinated approach, says the United Nations Global Compact
How will COVID-19 affect China's Belt and Road Initiative?
As the ripple effects of the coronavirus pandemic are felt across the globe, the nature, pace and scope of China's Belt and Road Initiative will also be affected. Here's how.
Cooperation and not isolation will help us fight COVID-19
Insular attitudes to coronavirus will not work, says Bangladesh's Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. We need a meaningful global compact to share burdens and responsibilities.
Germany enlists humanities scholars to end coronavirus lockdown
Historians, philosophers, theologians, and jurists are helping the German government to ease lockdown restrictions, taking into account the ethical and legal ramifications.