Tag: Government

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The Future of Crypto May Still Be Built Without CLARITY

Congress’s CLARITY Act faces an uncertain path forward, but crypto markets are moving ahead regardless, with companies adapting to evolving agency guidance and building amid continued regulatory ambiguity....

June 10, 2026 / Mannar Hanna, Santiago Solano
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Health Risk Has Moved Across Systems. Our Institutions Haven’t

Health risks now emerge across interconnected human, animal and environmental systems, but institutions remain siloed. Without integrated governance and upstream investment, fragmentation will continue to amplify systemic threats, from zoonotic disease to antimicrobial resistance....

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Friend or Foe? Europe-China Relations at a Crossroads

Europe faces a strategic dilemma as China advances its global ambitions—balancing economic engagement with rising concerns over dependency, security and political influence amid shifting transatlantic dynamics and deepening geopolitical competition....

May 21, 2026 / Jiaxin Li
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From Chaos to Calibration: Understanding the Trump-Greer Trade Strategy

The Trump administration's trade policy employs statutory tools and a methodical approach, balancing protectionism, market access and investment. Businesses must engage strategically to navigate risks and opportunities in this evolving landscape....

April 30, 2026 / Felicia Pullam
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An Abundance of Risk Creating an Abundance of Corporate Opportunity at the 2026 Spring Meetings

Key insights from the 2026 Spring Meetings highlight geopolitical and macroeconomic risks, AI governance challenges and global trade uncertainties. Leaders must embrace proactive strategies, balancing resilience and opportunity in an increasingly interconnected and disruptive world....

April 21, 2026 / Jonathan Lang
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Hanoi’s View from the Future: Vietnam and China in a New Strategic Era

Vietnam is redefining its strategic posture with bold economic integration and industrial acceleration. By deepening ties with China in aviation, logistics and technology, Hanoi positions itself as a key player in global trade realignment while maintaining sovereignty and independence....

April 20, 2026 / Danny Phan
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When Geopolitics Becomes Part of the Balance Sheet

The 2026 update to the U.S. Department of Defense’s “Chinese Military Companies” list sparked market turmoil, highlighting the growing entanglement of geopolitics and commerce. As globalization evolves, companies must prioritize political strategy alongside business execution to navigate heightened scrutiny and shifting U.S.–China relations....

April 15, 2026 / Kate Zhao
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You Can’t Be Local Everywhere: How the Pursuit of Health Care Sovereignty Is Rewriting Pharma Strategy in APAC

Pharmaceutical companies face a shift toward health care sovereignty, with governments prioritizing local manufacturing and resilience, requiring companies to embed value within national systems over physical presence....

April 14, 2026 / Phil Olesen
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Rethinking Public Affairs in the Age of ‘Poli-Lateralism’

Poli-lateralism is reshaping international relations, particularly in the EU, as governments form dynamic, issue-driven alliances that challenge traditional multilateral frameworks. This evolving model requires agility, strategic coordination and new public affairs competencies to navigate its complexity....

April 6, 2026 / Matteo Martone
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When Destinations Go Silent, the Numbers Don’t 

Effective communication during geopolitical crises can determine how quickly tourism-dependent economies recover. Destinations that proactively shape narratives, rebuild confidence and engage stakeholders in real time emerge stronger and recover faster....

March 17, 2026 / Sofia Santos