What geopolitical maturity looks like – and why it pays off
In turbulent times, companies can justify their investments in geopolitical assets by moving beyond risk mitigation and using foresight to gain competitive advantage and create value....
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South Korea’s innovations aren’t translating into higher levels of competitiveness: Lessons for other economies
South Korea continues to invest heavily in science and technology, yet a climate of entrepreneurial decline envelops it. What takeaways are there across the board for leaders in other economies?...
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Hapag Lloyd CEO: What does resilience look like when trade routes break?
January 8, 2026 • by David Bach, Felix Zeltner in Geopolitics • 1 min read • 
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In this episode of Leaders Unplugged, IMD President David Bach speaks with Rolf Habben Jansen, CEO of Hapag-Lloyd, about leading a global shipping giant through geopolitical tension, climate pressure, and permanent uncertainty,...
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China’s 2026 playbook: Redefining global tech, industry, and governance
As China enters its 15th Five-Year Plan period in 2026, its push to hardwire innovation, resilience, and security into economic strategy marks a turning point. From vertical AI and regionalized industry clusters...
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How business leaders can transform geopolitical turbulence into advantage
Turbulent times call for clarity of purpose. These five strategic imperatives will help transform how your organization navigates geopolitical volatility and turns uncertainty into competitive advantage....
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Sustainability and Geopolitics: Rethinking strategy in a divided world
Sustainability can no longer be separated from geopolitics. In this webinar, our experts discuss how rising security risks, disrupted supply chains, and circularity are redefining strategy for global leaders....
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Emerging economies are next frontiers of energy transition
Brazil, India, and Nigeria, among others, present opportunities and challenges for business in a rapidly developing energy landscape. Companies should tailor their approaches to tap into growth markets....
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