The World Ahead 2024

Amidst an air of uncertainty, 2024 is poised to witness pivotal trends. The global economy flirts with a shadow of ongoing unpredictability. Our European and Middle Eastern neighbors continue to grapple with a war in their backyard and the rise of authoritarian governments in the region, adding another layer of complexity to the geopolitical landscape. The new world order is naturally in flux.

The forefront of the news cycle is dominated by political divisiveness, social injustices, media dynamics and misinformation, and regional conflicts worldwide. Meanwhile, the future trajectory of climate change, energy, technology, and artificial intelligence contribute to the unfolding narrative, shaping the trends that will define 2024.

What does this mean for 2024?

Annually, “The World Ahead” series by The Economist offers a forward-looking perspective on anticipated developments in the upcoming year. Tom Standage, Deputy Editor-In-Chief of The Economist and Editor of “The World Ahead 2024,” will provide well-informed predictions, in-depth analyses from foreign policy and current affairs experts, a synopsis of the global economic forecast, and crucial insights into focal issues that are poised to be significant touchpoints in the coming year.

Tom Standage’s ten trends to watch in 2024 — Link

Program Information: 

Date:
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
Time:
2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET (Presentation followed by Q&A)
Virtual: 
The Zoom link will be provided upon confirmation of registration
Cost: 
Free for WACC Members | Free for Students & Teachers| Free for Young Professionals of WACC | Free for World Affairs Council Members — Nationwide | $15 for non-members

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Biography:

Tom Standage is Deputy Editor of The Economist and editor of its future-gazing annual, The World Ahead. He joined The Economist as science correspondent in 1998 and was subsequently appointed technology editor, business editor and digital editor. He is the author of seven history books, including “Writing on the Wall” (2013), “The Victorian Internet” (1998) and the New York Times bestsellers “A History of the World in 6 Glasses” (2005) and “An Edible History of Humanity” (2009). His latest book, “A Brief History of Motion”, was published in 2021. Tom studied engineering and computer science at Oxford University and has written for other publications including the New York Times, the Guardian and Wired, taking a particular interest in technology’s social and historical impact.