As 2025 draws to a close, the global order feels like a high-stakes chess game where uncertainty is the new normal 🌪️. Professor Martin Jacques, a longtime observer of China’s development, sat down for a year-end chat to unpack this whirlwind year.
Here are the key takeaways 💡:
- Global Order in Flux: From unexpected alliances to shifting supply chains, 2025 kept us guessing at every turn.
- China’s Next Steps: All eyes on 2026 when the 15th Five-Year Plan lands—expect a fresh push on tech innovation and sustainable growth.
- Balancing the Board: Rising calls for a fairer international system are shaping China’s global governance moves, hinting at more collaborative policies.
Whether you’re coding the next big app in Bangalore or driving social impact in Jakarta, these insights help you navigate the currents ahead and make smarter moves in 2026 🌟.
Reference(s):
Watch: Shifting Currents – 2025 in Review with Prof. Martin Jacques
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