As many of the world’s political and economic leaders gather at Davos, two big global trends are shaping the world they are there to discuss. First, the US under Donald Trump is stepping away from its traditional role as advocate and guarantor of “globalization.” Second, the balance of economic power continues to shift towards developing economies that are asserting their interests more boldly. Who contributes most to global growth now?
"We are on the right path to building, what I call, the 'intelligence grid' alongside the electricity grid," said Peng Xiao, CEO of G42 during a Global Stage livestream at the World Economic Forum in Davos
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It’s not a beautiful day in the North American neighborhood. Two days before the Feb. 1 deadline Donald Trump set to impose tariffs on Canada, Abacus Data and GZERO Media have an exclusive new poll on American attitudes toward their closest ally and neighbor. Publisher Evan Solomon dives into the numbers and what they mean.
This is one of 3 key topics we will tackle at our Energy Security Hub @BMW Foundation Herbert Quandt Pavilion at this year’s Munich Security Conference in February. Global energy demands soar, the urgency of climate action intensifies, and the need for innovative solutions has never been greater. We explore cutting-edge technologies set to revolutionize the energy landscape. The other two are Economic Prosperity & European Policy, and New Collaborations & Global Partnerships. The transition to renewable energy This is a vital but incomplete step to close the gap between growing energy needs and ambitious carbon reduction goals. Urgent action is required to ensure fair access to clean energy for all, fostering a sustainable and equitable energy transition. A holistic approach to accelerating decarbonization Our dynamic program of roundtables, panels, and open discussions delves into the technologies transforming the future of energy generation, storage, and industrial decarbonization. Fostering innovation and collaboration, we aim to develop actionable strategies to address energy security and climate goals while ensuring economic prosperity. Find more details on the speakers and program here.
How is China’s AI app Deepseek disrupting the AI industry? Trump has issued a 90-day pause on nearly all US foreign aid. What is the likelihood it will be extended beyond that? What do I make of the Rwandan-backed rebels’ advancements in Congo? Ian Bremmer shares his insights on global politics this week on World In :60.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr, Kash Patel, and Tulsi Gabbard have faced tough questioning this week in their Senate confirmation hearings.
The US imports more wood from Canada than any other country, and tariffs will raise construction costs in an already tight market where nearly half of Americans can’t afford a home.
"AI has (the) potential to do one thing which is very important to get developing countries more integrated into global markets and that is reduced trade costs,” said Ngozi Okonojo-Iweala, Director-General of the World Trade Organization, during a Global Stage livestream at the World Economic Forum in Davos.
Former Bank of Canada and Bank of England Governor Mark Carney announcing his bid to replace Prime Minister Justin Trudeau as leader of the ruling Liberal Party, in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, on Jan. 16, 2025.
Is federal public opinion changing in Canada? Several recent polls show a resurgence for the Liberal Party, paralleled by a decline in Conservative support.
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth arrives for his first official day at the Pentagon in Arlington, on Jan. 27, 2025.