This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Aparna Bharadwaj, Managing Director and Partner, Boston Consulting Group, Nivedita Bilaji, Associate Director, Boston Consulting Group The world is facing major geopolitical disruptions, economic challenges and technological change. These big-picture issues have captured headlines. They’ve also entered the […]Despite economic and geopolitical challenges, consumer-led growth remains
December 15, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Aparna Bharadwaj, Managing Director and Partner, Boston Consulting Group, Nivedita Bilaji, Associate Director, Boston Consulting Group The world is facing major geopolitical disruptions, economic challenges and technological change. These big-picture issues have captured headlines. They’ve also entered the […]Commission welcomes political agreement on new rules on substances of human origin
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The Commission welcomes the political agreement reached today between the European Parliament and the Council to further increase the safety and quality of substances of human origin (SoHO). As proposed by the Commission in July 2022 and part of the actions to build a strong European Health Union, […]Platform work: deal on new rules on employment status
December 14, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. First ever EU-rules on algorithmic management in the workplacePresumption of an employment relationship triggered by two out of five indicatorsWorkers cannot be dismissed by automated systems Negotiators from Parliament and Council reached a provisional agreement on Wednesday morning on a bill to improve the […]Commission publishes first Union Critical Medicines list to tackle shortages
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European Commission has published today the first Union list of critical medicines, together with the European Medicines Agency (EMA) and the Member States’ Heads of Medicines Agencies (HMA). The publication follows the commitment made in the Commission’s Communication on addressing medicine shortages in […]The Commission welcomes the end of the negotiations for an Association Agreement with Andorra and San Marino
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, Executive Vice-President for the European Green Deal, Interinstitutional Relations and Foresight Maroš Šefčovič presented to the Council (General Affairs Council) the outcome of the negotiations for an Association Agreement between the EU and Andorra and San Marino. He informed the Member States that […]Defence of Democracy – Commission proposes to shed light on covert foreign influence
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, the European Commission adopted a Defence of Democracy package, ahead of the 2024 European elections. The central piece of this package is a legislative proposal that will enhance transparency and democratic accountability of interest representation activities on behalf of third countries which are aimed at […]The Hidden Curriculum
December 13, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by one of our passionate writers, Ms. Dyuksha Arora, a third year medical student in India. The opinions expressed within reflect only the writer’s views and not necessarily The European Sting’s position on the issue. As I stand on the precipice of my final year in medical school, […]Multilateral development banks can bridge the trust gap between emerging economies and private investors
December 12, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Christian Klebot, Head of Debt Mobilisation , European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) We hear it at every conference (certainly the ones I go to): Emerging markets desperately need more private investment to close the finance gap […]Clean energy deployment along the value chain is key to China’s industry decarbonization. 3 business leaders explain why
December 12, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Liming Chen, Chair of Greater China; Member of the Executive Committee, World Economic Forum, Samantha Zhu, Chairperson; Market Unit Lead, Greater China, Accenture Energy and industry has been one of the themes for this year’s United Nations climate […]Addressing Domestic and Family Violence: Healthcare Professionals’ Role and Responsibilities
December 11, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Sadia Khalid, a dedicated professional with an extensive academic background, holding an MBBS and an MD degree. She is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the writer and do […]How blockchain can improve data security in healthcare
December 7, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Scott Doughman, Chief Business Officer, Seal Storage Technology While technology is advancing healthcare access and treatment, the risk of data breaches and compromised patient data is also rising.Healthcare data breaches can have far-reaching consequences including patient data exposure, […]The 3 changes that can pave the way for regenerative agriculture
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Marjolein Brasz, Managing Director, Foodvalley, Andy Zynga, Chief Executive Officer, EIT Food, Geraldine Bernard, Global Agriculture Sustainability Lead, Heineken For years, industrialized agriculture has been focusing on intensifying farming practices, enhancing efficiency and boosting yields to meet the […]United Kingdom joins Horizon Europe programme
December 5, 2023 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. As of 1 January 2024, the United Kingdom becomes an associated country to Horizon Europe. Its researchers will be able to participate in this research and innovation programme of the EU on the same terms as researchers from other associated countries and will have […]Why green tech’s multiplier effect is critical to achieving climate goals
December 4, 2023 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Caspar Herzberg, Chief Executive Officer, AVEVA Group The idea that the green economy can support future growth while also meeting global net-zero targets is gaining widespread acceptance.Studies on the impact of initiatives like the US Inflation Reduction Act […]Commission President advances global cooperation on carbon pricing in high-level event at COP28
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Commission President Ursula von der Leyen today hosted a high-level event at COP28 to promote the development of carbon pricing and carbon markets, as powerful instruments to reach the Paris Agreement objectives. It builds on the Call to Action for Paris-aligned Carbon Markets that the European […]How scaling up collaboration and engagement can help tackle scope 3 upstream emissions
November 30, 2023 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Trine Filtenborg de Nully, World Economic Forum Fellow; Project Leader, Boston Consulting Group (BCG), Pim Valdre, Head, Climate Ambition Initiative, World Economic Forum The global climate target of 1.5°C is slipping out of reach. It now calls for […]The role of the healthcare system in addressing domestic abuse/violence
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This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Mr. Ishwor Thapaliya an enthusiastic fourth-year medical student at Institute of Medicine, Maharajgunj Medical Campus in Nepal. He is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the writer and do not […]These 3 cities already have their own metaverse
November 29, 2023 by 2 Comments
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Ewan Thomson, Senior Writer, Forum Agenda Does your city have its own metaverse yet? Nearly 700 cities will have some kind of metaverse infrastructure by 2030, according to a new report by technology intelligence firm ABI Research. Some […]4 ways the public and private sectors can change the future of sustainable travel together
November 29, 2023 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Jenifer Mundy, Global Head, Merchant Sales & Acquiring, Visa The travel and tourism sector still faces a core tension between the economic benefits of tourists and the subsequent environmental impacts.However, while two-thirds of tourists are aware of sustainable […]China’s Belt and Road Initiative turns 10. Here’s what to know
November 22, 2023 by 3 Comments
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Spencer Feingold, Digital Editor, World Economic Forum This fall marks ten years since Chinese President Xi Jinping announced the Belt and Road Initiative, the vast infrastructure project that China devised to boost trade and connectivity across Asia, Europe […]India is unlocking rural prosperity with the world’s largest drone-led property rights initiative
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Ankit Mehta, CEO & Co Founder, IdeaForge, Vignesh Santhanam, India Lead, Drones and Tomorrow’s Airspace, World Economic Forum, Purushottam Kaushik, Head, Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution, World Economic Forum The early 19th century witnessed one of the […]Status of the artist: better working conditions for artists and cultural workers
November 22, 2023 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. On Tuesday, MEPs adopted their proposals for EU measures to improve living and working conditions for professionals working in the art, cultural and creative sectors.In the legislative initiative, adopted by 433 votes in favour to 100 against and 99 abstentions, MEPs stress that the […]Antitrust: Commission carries out unannounced inspections in the online food delivery sector
November 21, 2023 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European Commission is carrying out unannounced inspections at the premises of companies active in the online ordering and delivery of food, groceries and other consumer goods in two Member States. The Commission has concerns that the companies concerned may have violated EU antitrust […]Global economic growth to slow in 2024, and other economics news to read this week
November 20, 2023 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Rebecca Geldard, Senior Writer, Forum Agenda 1. Global economic growth will slow in 2024, say banks Global economic growth will slow even more in 2024 due to high interest rates, increased energy prices and a slowdown in the […]See how Power-to-X could be a key component in the global energy transition
November 15, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Kim Saaby Hedegaard, CEO Power-to-X, Topsoe Electrification is not a feasible solution for all the energy-intensive industries.This is where Power-to-X comes in, bridging the gap between a wind turbine and the fuel tank of an aeroplane.Power-to-X technologies will […]Why the impact economy is a top priority for Brazil
November 13, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Rodrigo Sobral Rollemberg, Secretary of Green Economy, Decarbonization and Bioindustry, Ministry of Development, Industry, Commerce and Services, Brazil, Gisela Maria Bernardes Solymos, Chair, Catalyst 2030 Brazil, Marcel Fukayama, Co-Founder, Sistema B Brazil, Marisol Argueta de Barillas, Head of […]Securing critical minerals for energy transition requires collective action
November 13, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. Minerals and rare earth elements are essential in the production of clean energy technologies.There is a supply and demand gap for the critical minerals necessary for the energy transition.The Securing Minerals for the Energy Transition initiative has identified the risks and implications of this […]Why creating a psychologically safe workplace is key to high performance in uncertain times
November 10, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Dustin Seale, Managing partner, Heidrick Consulting Change is constant, but constant disruption can feel overwhelming. As business leaders worldwide grapple with the impacts of macroeconomic uncertainties and geopolitical tensions, you can be forgiven for forgetting that the workplace […]How Kiel became a pioneering Zero Waste City, and what it can teach the rest of the world
November 9, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Victoria Masterson, Senior Writer, Forum Agenda Waste is fuelling the triple crises of climate change, biodiversity and nature loss, the United Nations says. That’s why zero-waste living is a top priority in efforts to reduce the world’s greenhouse […]Why life for millions of smallholder farmers rests on a new EU directive
November 8, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Alan McClay, CEO, Better Cotton The ordered streets of Brussels may feel like a million miles from the cotton fields of India or the cocoa plantations of Ghana, but smallholder farmers in countries like these could stand to […]Fight against discrimination: new rules to boost national equality bodies
November 7, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. On Tuesday, the committees on Women’s Rights and Employment adopted their position on new rules to give national equality bodies more powers, resources and independence. MEPs want national equality bodies – public institutions that protect, and provide assistance to those who experience discrimination – […]EU increases humanitarian aid to Gaza by €25 million
November 6, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. As part of the EU’s continued support to people in Gaza, the Commission will provide a further €25 million in humanitarian aid. This quadruples EU humanitarian assistance to over €100 million for Gaza this year. The new assistance will be provided to humanitarian organisations […]Climate Change’s Complex Impact on Food Security and the Right to Adequate Nutrition
November 6, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Sadia Khalid, early-stage researcher (ESRs), medical writer and research engineer at Tallinn University of Technology (TalTech), Estonia. She is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the writer and do […]
