The COVID-19 pandemic has forced many countries to look inwards for key parts and materials. Dismantling global value chains further, however, will only increase inequality and damage prosperity around the world

Monetary finance could restart a stuttering economy, but fears of misuse have left central bankers wary of politicians’ intentions

World GDP grew at its slowest rate for a decade in 2019. If cross-border trade fails to pick up soon, further shocks could see the economy fall into recession

Access to electricity is often taken for granted in the West. While a global carbon tax will help reduce emissions, any future proposal must ease the transition for developing nations