Wednesday 31 May 2023

Tackling the world’s interconnected challenges

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May 31st 2023
Perspectives
Inform your discussions and decisions this week: governments, businesses and society are grappling with interconnected challenges such as geopolitical uncertainty, skyrocketing inflation, rising energy costs and climate change.

In this issue, discover how investing in childcare can create positive outcomes for women, children and society, understand how national security policies can impact trade and explore how US health system financing can be informed by learnings from other countries.
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There are 350m children worldwide who need child care, but don't have access to it. Learn about the struggle to give every child a good start in life with insights from industry experts.
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Globalisation | article
How can national security affect global trade?
National security policies impact trade and supply chains. Understand how businesses can navigate this complex environment, while balancing resilience, security and costs.
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Financial services | podcast
What would a protracted war in Ukraine mean for Asia-Pacific economies?
Hear from specialists on topics such as the vulnerability of APAC economies to price shocks in an increasingly multipolar world.
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Health | report
The next frontier in US healthcare models
Explore how the US can draw on inspiration from foreign financing models to improve care outcomes and reduce complexity and cost.
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Sustainability | article
The business case for biodiversity
Understand how greater collaboration and increased financing—particularly from wealthier nations—may boost biodiversity conservation efforts.
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