The Agenda

Analysts share their views on the impact of rare earth metals on global geopolitics and the countries that lead the race for critical minerals.

In this episode, we assess the current state of the global aviation industry amid tariffs, fatal crashes and growing geopolitical instability.

We look into the global refugee crisis to assess what can be done to help the 130 million people forced out of their homes.

Beijing and Washington have held talks in London to smooth out trade and economic disputes. How will the meeting shape the future relationship between the world’s two largest economies?

We present you a special program, looking at how China and the European Union have worked and can work together to facilitate the green transition worldwide.

This week on the agenda, beyond Brexit. Has the new UK-EU deal healed all wounds, or is it merely papering over the cracks in an increasingly fractured global trade landscape?

China's new private sector law comes into force on May 20th—designed to cut red tape, boost confidence, and spur economic growth. But what does it really mean for Chinese businesses, the broader economy, and global trade?

Is it time to change the way the world works 80 years after World War II in Europe ended? Have we really learned the lessons of that conflict?

China and the EU are celebrating 50 years of diplomatic ties. What are the opportunities for further cooperation?

When U.S. President Donald Trump announced 25 percent tariffs on all cars imported into the U.S. from April, and the same levy on all car parts from May, he described them as "permanent." Since then, his hard line on trade has become increasingly blurred. But, as things stand, what are the implications of the somewhat erratic U.S. trade policy for the automotive sector, global supply chains, and t...

In this episode, the host talked to Zhou Bo, the author of the book "Should the World Fear China?" Zhou is a senior fellow with the Center for International Security and Strategy of Tsinghua University.

As U.S. President Donald Trump upsets the world order with tariffs, we examine the thinking behind his take on trade.

Ministers from Greece and Saudi Arabia talk about the changing face of travel.

Experts share their opinions on how science, data and technology can drive sustainable progress beyond earth.

Experts share their opinions on the state of the global economy amid the surge of gold prices.

Analysts share their opinions on major topics of this year's political sessions in Beijing, which include modernization, innovation-driven development and further opening up.

Analysts share their perspectives on the results of the snap election in Europe's largest economy and the country's relations with the rest of the world.

Analysts share their perspectives on the Trump administration's approach to the transatlantic relations and its impact on the rest of the world.

Experts share their opinions on the impact of the Trump administration’s tariffs on other countries and the possibilities of a potential global trade war.

Analysts share their opinions on how artificial intelligence becomes a new flashpoint in global geopolitics.

Analysts from some of the world's small economies share their opinions on issues such as the impact of education, sustainability and green development.

Key issues such as AI, climate change and the rise of the Global South have been at the forefront of discussions. But it was the three Ts - Trump, trade, and tariffs - that truly dominated proceedings at the World Economic Forum 2025 meetings. What is Europe's position in these challenging times? And how has this year's Davos meetings amplified the voice of the Global South like never before?

Donald Trump is set to take office again as U.S. President on Monday. He's talked tough on tariffs and suggested the U.S. might be looking to take control of Greenland and the Panama Canal. But is all that just talk? Or is it what we can really expect from his second presidential term? How will his policies affect the rest of the world?

The United Kingdom starts 2025 with something of a financial mess, with inflation and interest rates remaining stubbornly high. Can it trade its way out of trouble? And what might its relations with the U.S., the EU and China look like?

Looking ahead, what might 2025 have in store when it comes to geopolitics, trade and the global economy?