Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Why multilateralism is in such a mess and how we can fix it
Multilateralism has broken down. The causes for this – and their solutions – call for some fundamental re-evaluation of values and institutions, argues Amrita Narlikar
Global Cooperation
Dispatches from the frontline of the 'war on nature' - Day 3 at Davos 2020
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said climate change won't kill the planet, but it could kill humankind, one of the highlights from Day 3 at Davos 2020.
Geographies in Depth
The New World Disorder and The Indian Imperative - an extract
Read an extract from Shashi Tharoor and Samir Saran's latest book.
Geo-Economics and Politics
We have an opportunity to steer the world towards cooperation not competition
Geopolitics is in flux, writes Børge Brende, and so we have an opportunity to steer the world towards cooperation, not competition.
Global Cooperation
A short history of climate change and the UN Security Council
Climate change has risen up the Security Council's agenda in recent years. Its members' stances often mirror their other geopolitical aims - but consensus is building.
Forum Institutional
E-commerce is globalization’s shot at equality
Thanks to the internet, more women are benefitting from global trade.
Global Cooperation
Who's coming to Davos 2020, and everything else you need to know
The 2020 event will convene nearly 3,000 participants from 117 countries, including 53 heads of state.
Global Risks
The Global Risks Report 2020
The 15th edition of the World Economic Forum’s Global Risks Report is published as critical risks are manifesting. The global economy is facing an increased risk of stagnation, climate ch...
Education and Skills
A silent crisis: how global education poverty can be tackled
Education is a major development issue. The World Bank's Jaime Saavedraoffers an insight into 'learning poverty' and what needs to be done to improve the quality of education and teaching.
Climate Action
These scientists are using sound waves to filter plastic fibres from washing machine wastewater
Washing machines release millions of microplastics into the sea every day. Scientists have developed a 'bulk acoustic wave' system to trap microplastics in the machine.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Christmas, by the numbers: 5 facts about holiday season spending
We're spending more, yet millions of people are receiving gifts they don't want. Here are five facts about the economics of the holiday season.
Global Cooperation
This country just elected the world's youngest prime minister
Sanna Marin is the new prime minister of Finland, and will lead a five-party coalition.