Algorithmic social media is an existential threat to democracy
Failure to push back against the current trajectory of social media platforms could be dire for democracy.
Revisiting the Asian century with Kishore Mahbubani
This week: we revisit our discussion with Singaporean diplomat, academic and author, Kishore Mahbubani.
The future of geopolitics
This week: the future of geopolitics. From Australia’s place in Asia to the war in Europe, we discuss new ways of thinking, with Professor Marc Stears.
Mental wealth – the neglected force in national prosperity
As governments worldwide strive to restore business as usual, do we need to reframe our idea of prosperity?
The North-South divide in smart city development
Smart cities continue to spread, but how is the North-South divide impacting development in the Global South?
A shrinking middle class, rising global poor
The pandemic has pushed millions out of the global middle class and increased the number of poor.
It’s time for a gender-focused recovery
Is a gender-lens on public policy needed to ensure an equitable future of work?
The Asian century with Kishore Mahbubani
As we enter the new Asian century, what will the choppy waters of globalisation hold?
If a politician says they want affordable homes, they are lying
What chance does a political party promising to radically reduce home prices to improve affordability have of getting elected?
We can build a more inclusive government and economy out of the pandemic
There is a growing lament in Australia that politicians let us down. But the lesson from the pandemic is that we, the people, have the power to change our economy and politics for a better future.
Sustainable Development Goals more urgent than ever in a post-COVID world
Prior to COVID-19, there were concerns about achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals by 2030, a worry that has been clearly exacerbated by the pandemic.
COVID-19, economic crisis and gender equality in Asia
Will women gain the economic benefits post-COVID-19, or will recent efforts to promote gender equality be undone?