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Bihar floods, a group of six people in a boat while one man wades in the water: Could the New Collective Quantified Goal (NCQG) help developing countries reach their climate goals?

Climate Action

The NCQG: What is it and why does it matter?

The NCQG aims to bridge climate finance gaps, supporting developing countries' mitigation and adaptation efforts while enhancing global cooperation and private sector investment.

Laia Barbarà and Ameya Hadap

July 17, 2024

Silhouette of man fishing against a sunset on an island in the Sento Inland Sea: Art festivals can revitalize different business sectors in ageing and depopulated rural communities.

Economic Growth

Art festivals are revitalizing ageing communities in rural Japan. Here's how

Regional art festivals like Echigo-Tsumari revitalize Japan's ageing rural areas by boosting local businesses, new residents and community pride.

Naoko Tochibayashi and Mizuho Ota

July 17, 2024

A scientist prepares protein samples for analysis in a lab at the Institute of Cancer Research in Sutton.

Health and Healthcare Systems

Scientists make pancreatic cancer discovery, and other top health stories to read

Top health news: Researchers make pancreatic cancer discovery; Child immunization levels have stalled; Half of US adult cancer deaths ‘could be prevented’.

Shyam Bishen

July 17, 2024

A skyline with palm trees and lit-up high rises in front of a body of water in Nairobi, Kenya: A US-Kenya trade partnership serves to boost the semiconductor industry in the East African country.

Emerging Technologies

Why Africa could provide the next semiconductor ecosystem for the chip business

The US-Kenya partnership can transform Africa into a semiconductor powerhouse, driving innovation, economic growth and global supply chain resilience. Here's how.

Nii Simmonds and Ayodele Okeowo

July 17, 2024

A hand holds a mobile phone showing a stock graph, illustrating the growth of finfluencers

Financial and Monetary Systems

Are 'finfluencers' the future of financial advice?

Social media has made learning about financial topics more engaging and accessible for novice investors – but this advice is not risk-free.

Aru Bhat and Sofia Eckrich

July 17, 2024

overview of person's hand with a calculator and financial documents in blog about financial advice

Financial and Monetary Systems

Everyone needs access to financial advice: But how can we get there?

The World Economic Forum’s The Future of Financial Advice report reveals trends reshaping the financial advice industry to help broaden access for all.

Meagan Andrews and Hallie Spear

July 17, 2024

Container ship Spirit of Sydney is moored at Tanger Med Port, on the Strait of Gibraltar, east of Tangier, Morocco June 6, 2024. REUTERS/Abdelhak Balhaki

Trade and Investment

'Decoupling': leaders warn about possible impacts, and other international trade stories to read this month

Top international trade stories: Leaders warn about impact of decoupling; EU votes on China EV tariffs; global port congestion at 18-month high.

Patrick Mcmaster

July 17, 2024

Wind Turbines in Morro Branco, Beberibe - State of Ceará, Brazil.

Energy Transition

How Brazil and Chile are leading Latin America’s energy transition

Brazil and Chile emerged amongst the top 20 performers in the Forum's latest Fostering Effective Energy Transition Report.

Espen Mehlum

July 17, 2024

Energy Transition

85% of countries want a fast transition to clean energy, new UN poll finds

A majority of people support a swift transition away from fossil fuels, according to a new global survey. But there are differences across regions.

Madeleine North

July 17, 2024

hand holding a light bulb with energy and fresh green leaves inside on nature background, soft focus. Caption: Public-private partnerships are crucial for addressing the 'energy trilemma' – ensuring security, affordability, and sustainability.

Energy Transition

Why public-private collaboration is key to overcoming challenges of the 'energy trilemma'

Public-private partnerships can help overcome challenges in the green energy transition by guaranteeing energy availability, security and accessibility.

"Arm" Piyachart Isarabhakdee

July 16, 2024

Unrecognizable pharmaceutical logistician using internet of things solution based on smart contracts and blockchain technology to secure data integrity of drug supply chain. Networking concept for distributed ledgers.

Emerging Technologies

The rise of smart contracts and strategies for mitigating cyber and legal risks

The rapid adoption of this smart contracts comes with technological, legal and cyber-related risks that we urgently must address to ensure their success.

Jerome Desbonnet and Oded Vanunu

July 16, 2024

Economic Growth

How 'open innovation' can promote sustainable economic growth and development

During times of geopolitical uncertainty, open innovation – alongside globalization – can serve as catalyst for economic growth and sustainable development.

Li Dongsheng

July 16, 2024

Around 300 million people are expected to need humanitarian aid in 2024 — to meet that need, existing global trade networks could play a role.

Resilience, Peace and Security

Global trade can support humanitarian relief. Here's how

With 300 million people in need of humanitarian aid in 2024, the global humanitarian system is under pressure. But existing global trade networks can help.

Macarena Torres Rossel and Mariam Soumaré

July 15, 2024

Two women using laptops and laughing: Many young people are embracing artificial intelligence (AI) at work.

Jobs and the Future of Work

How young workers can thrive with AI when they have the right skills

PwC’s 2024 Global Workforce Hopes and Fears survey reveals young workers are eager to embrace AI. Skills-first hiring can help them.

Peter Brown, Kathy Parker and Harriet Newlyn

July 15, 2024

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