World Briefing

The year ahead presents a landscape of unpredictability and disruption. With Donald Trump’s return to the White House, his 'America First' agenda is set to reshape global trade, economics, and geopolitics. At the same time, the world continues to grapple with escalating regional conflicts, including ongoing crises in Ukraine, Gaza, and the South China Sea. Concerns are mounting over a potential axis of autocratic powers challenging the rules-based international order.

Meanwhile, the rapid advancements in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and cutting-edge technologies are transforming industries, work, and daily life at an unprecedented pace.

Robert Fox, has worked as a journalist and broadcaster since 1967, and is defence correspondent for the Evening Standard.

Isa Soares is an award-winning international correspondent and anchor based in CNN's London bureau. She hosts Isa Soares Tonight which airs weeknights at 2pm ET (7pm London).

Ben Bland is the director of the Asia-Pacific programme at Chatham House. His…