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World News / Mar 15, 2026

Rethinking AI Sovereignty: Why Strategic Interdependence is the Key to Global Competitiveness

The case that, rather than defining “AI Sovereignty” in terms of total self-sufficiency, a new framework based on the concept of strategic interdependence is more compatible with achieving success in an AI environment and will produce a competitive advantage for economies. Strategic interdependence focuses on encouraging collaboration based on comparative advantage (what an economy does well), interoperability between AI systems, and creating regional and global trusted partnerships.

World News / Mar 14, 2026

ECOSOC at 80: A Turning Point for Multilateralism and Global Cooperation

The United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) celebrated 80 years since its inception as provided in the UN Charter in 1945 and its first formal assembly in 1946. This anniversary would be a good time to look back at the historical legacy of the Council and to re-establish its relevance in creating an inclusive, resilient, and progressive multilateral system.

World News / Mar 13, 2026

Global Risks Update 2026: Navigating an Age of Competition and Uncertainty

According to the World Economic Forum’s Global Risks Update 2026, we are moving into an “Age of Competition” with an increase in uncertainty, division between things, and crises that are intertwined or mutually influential. Drawing upon the opinions of 1,300 global leaders and experts, this report assesses risks both from 2026 to 2028 (the short-term) and 2036 (the long-term).

World News / Mar 12, 2026

Bridging the Digital Divide: Unlocking Opportunities for the World's Poorest

The world's poorest people are still excluded from the opportunities available in a growing digital economy. Many poorer households [including those in the low or lower-middle class categories] continue to remain offline. Through being offline, these households will continue to be restricted from taking advantage of all the opportunities that digitalization provides.

World News / Mar 11, 2026

Investing in Health: A Strategic Approach to Economic Growth and Job Creation

The research associated with the recent health agenda of the World Bank demonstrates that one vacancy in the health sector may result in the emergence of over three vacancies in the rest of the overall economy, such as pharmaceuticals, logistics, digital services, construction, and medical manufacturing, among others.

World News / Mar 10, 2026

Global Beverage Prices Ease as Coffee and Cocoa Supplies Recover

In late 2025, the World Bank’s beverage price index decreased significantly after increasing drastically throughout 2025 (the coffee and cocoa prices have begun to fall) and as the tea prices remain stable for a significant period of time. Following the forecasted rise of the beverage price index by 18% for 2025, it is forecast to decline by 7% for 2026 and by another 5% for 2027 due to anticipated increases in output levels.

World News / Mar 9, 2026

Social Protection: A Gateway to Stability and Economic Engagement

Social protection has become one of the most effective tools that alleviate extreme poverty and generate opportunities for vulnerable groups. Social protection regimes, including cash transfer schemes, social pensions, food stamps, and labor market initiatives, are not only a temporary soothing measure, but instead the gateway that enables people and families to switch between survival and stability and long-term economic engagement.

World News / Mar 8, 2026

IMF Warns of AI-Driven Job Displacement, Urges Governments to Support Workers

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the global labor market, with nearly 40% of workers worldwide vulnerable to job displacement. The study found that approximately 10% of job advertisements in advanced economies require new skills, such as digital literacy and technical skills, while the figure is around 5% in developing countries.

World News / Mar 7, 2026

Youth Pulse 2026: The Next Generation of Leaders Reveals Their Priorities for a Changing World

The report is politically against the stereotype of youth apathy. Almost 60% of them claim they use AI regularly, although two-thirds of them express concerns that automation will lead to a shortage of entry-level jobs. Youths require the regulation of ethical AI, more security of data, and access to formal digital skills education.

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