Global Cooperation
Edelman Trust Barometer: Cycle of distrust threatens action on global challenges
The Edelman Trust Barometer 2022 finds two-thirds of people distrust organizations, with scientists most trusted and government least. Here’s what else you need to know.
Forum Institutional
These are the stepping stones towards global cooperation
As the world enters 2022, we appear to be at a crossroads—with the possibility of greater geopolitical competition or greater global cooperation ahead.
Global Cooperation
This is what a new model of governance could look like
As the Fourth Industrial Revolution and climate change continue to disrupt our current lives, public and corporate governance need to change radically, too
Sustainable Development
Helping critical industry and transport reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2050
The Mission Possible Partnership convenes ambitious business leaders and the finance sector with governments to design and implement supportive policy
Global Cooperation
Are we preparing for world population growth? The experts are divided
With inconsistencies around the world population debate, should we be preparing for a future of growth or decline? Researchers can’t seem to agree.
Trade and Investment
What to expect from the next WTO Conference
The World Trade Organization's 12th Ministerial Conference (MC12) has been postponed indefinitely due to COVID-19 travel restrictions.
Climate Action
This is what people think policymakers should do to tackle climate change
Should governments do more to combat the climate crisis? Most people are in favor of more action, according to a new survey by the Forum, SAP and Qualtric.
Climate Action
Antarctica has benefitted from extraordinary global cooperation. Are its days numbered?
For 60 years, Antarctica has seen strong global cooperation. But without hitting ambitious targets at COP26, it will significantly disrupt global systems.
Global Cooperation
If the world is serious about sustainability, it must embark on a new era of global law
The current international legal framework is not fit for purpose for building a sustainable world. It must be replaced by one that establishes the institutions and accountability we need.
Health and Healthcare Systems
These are the jobs currently driving the economic recovery across Europe
Service industries such as hospitality and entertainment lead new hiring in Europe. This has induced economic growth across Europe similar to pre-pandemic.
Climate Action
What is a carbon border tax and what does it mean for trade?
The EU's proposed levy on imported carbon-intensive products will shape the role of trade in fighting climate change. But is it 'green protectionism'?
Global Cooperation
This is how much house prices have increased in countries around the world
The majority of countries in IMF's Global House Price Index saw a rise in house prices over the pandemic. These prices have continued to soar recently.