This week, global attention is focused on both political and humanitarian crises. In NATO, tensions over Greenland — after Trump pushed for increased U.S. access — show how fragile alliances can be when strategic interests collide. European leaders, including Denmark and Greenland’s leadership, are actively defending sovereignty, while NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte emphasized that proposals for a separate European army are not the solution. These events highlight the ongoing challenge of maintaining unity and stability in critical regions like the Arctic.
The European Union and India signed a historic trade agreement this week, strengthening economic and strategic ties between two major democracies, whilst Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney signed a trade deal with China. These deals illustrate how partnerships can stabilize uncertainty and reshape global influence. Meanwhile, discussions at the World Economic Forum in Davos highlighted the risks from fragmentation among major powers and the erosion of long-standing international norms — trends that could have long-term impacts on security, trade and governance.
Humanitarian crises remain urgent. In Sudan, millions have been displaced, with shortages of food, shelter and medical support worsening civilian suffering. Other hotspots include Eastern Congo, Ukraine, Afghanistan, Myanmar, Haiti, the Central Sahel and Pacific communities affected by climate-related disasters.
Join us for Global Risk Forum 408 on Thursday, 29th January to explore these interconnected crises, share your perspectives and discuss how political, economic and humanitarian risks are shaping the world. Your insights and questions will help make sense of these complex challenges and what they mean for the future.
- Global Risk Forum 408
- Thursday, 29th January at 17:00 GMT / 12:00 EDT
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