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Perspectives

Research, insights & commentary on the latest trends & issues.

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How to Thrive in the Era of Uncertainty 

Explore essential strategies for organizations to thrive amid uncertainty—proactively manage risks, foster preparedness and protect corporate reputation in today’s rapidly evolving, unpredictable landscape. ...

November 21, 2025 / Linda Barnhart
Books

Navigating the Storm: Why Crisis-Ready Leadership Matters More Than Ever in Higher Education

Higher education faces unprecedented political, cultural and technological crises. Proactive, values-driven communication and stakeholder understanding are essential for trust, agility and resilience in navigating today’s polarized, digitally amplified environment....

November 21, 2025 / Ellie Rutland
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Benefits of a Centralized Global Government Relations Function

Global companies face shifting geopolitical and regulatory landscapes. Government Relations protects their license to operate by building trust, providing policy intelligence, anticipating risks and delivering unified guidance to safeguard reputation and enable growth....

November 21, 2025 / Gosia Pekala, Dasha Iventicheva
Crisis team planning

Humanity at the Helm: Building Crisis-Ready Teams Through Preparedness and Human-Centered Leadership

Unmatched modern crises demand more than rigid plans. Human-centered leadership, psychological safety and empowered, emotionally intelligent teams enable organizations to adapt, communicate authentically and make sound decisions under pressure when the unexpected strikes....

November 14, 2025 / Scott Conklin, Brianna Milanowski
China and United States

Negotiating Power: China’s Approach to U.S. Relations Under Trump 2.0 

China adopts a more confident, pragmatic approach to U.S. relations under Trump’s second term, leveraging new tools and temporary détente to advance domestic priorities while managing persistent bilateral tensions and strategic rivalry....

November 11, 2025 / Elise Bukowski, Liz Wang
COP 30 in Brasil

COP30 Leader’s Summit Recap

Global leaders gathered at COP30 in the Amazon, confronting climate urgency, fractured consensus and calls for climate justice. Major highlights included bold forest finance, unified carbon markets and developing nations’ powerful demands for equity ...

President Trump and President Xi

Trump’s Trip to Asia: Stable but Fragile

President Trump’s recent Asia trip resulted in a fragile U.S.-China trade truce and highlighted ongoing tensions over tariffs, export controls and investment. Experts warn businesses to stay alert as policy shifts and supply chain risks remain likely....

November 7, 2025 / Peter Cuomo
Hong Kong

Hong Kong at the Center of the Gulf-Asia Capital Corridor

Hong Kong is emerging as a bridge between China, the Gulf and global investors, as shifting capital flows and tighter regulations drive companies to adopt multi-hub strategies, stronger governance and cross-border partnerships in an evolving financial landscape. ...

November 6, 2025 / Sherry Shi
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Building Where Others See Barriers

Margery Kraus shares lessons on building lasting client relationships, listening for deeper needs, and turning challenges into opportunities, emphasizing that genuine care, adaptability and trust—not transactions—are the keys to enduring success....

October 30, 2025 / Margery Kraus
Lithium Rock

Critical and Rare Earth Minerals: The Cornerstone of a Sustainable, Secure and Just Energy Transition 

As nation prepare for COP30 in Brazil, explore the vital role critical and rare earth minerals in the energy transition, highlighting sustainability challenges, supply chain vulnerabilities and the imperative for a just transition. ...

October 30, 2025 / Nicole Monge