The next generation of leaders needs to understand the origins of the multiple and overlapping current global crises.

Understanding China’s role in the global economy. ▸ Is China an Emerging Economy? ▸ China’s economic diplomacy. ▸ China as a lender.

What are the main global economic policy challenges? ▸ Lots of debt, and persistent problems ahead. ▸ Higher geopolitical risks have economic consequences.

Liberal Democracy Index ▸ State of Liberal Democracy in 2021 ▸ Countries Democratizing vs. Autocratizing (2011-2021)

EMDEs are exposed to various types of climate risks. ▸ Policymakers must be aware of how rising temperatures and sea levels will lead to a heightened humanitarian crisis.

Low global growth ▸ Persistent inflation ▸ Debt distress ▸ Geo-economic fragmentation ▸ Increased inequality

Multiple dimensions of gender inequality ▸ Potential causes ▸ Solutions

Radically reformed and strengthened MDBs are essential to address the immense global challenges in today’s world