As 2023 draws to a close, we are excited to share a retrospective journey of the year. We invite you to revisit these moments from remarkable topics and thought provoking discussions that have delved into contemporary issues and critical global issues, offering unique perspectives and expert insights.
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Thank you for being a part of our journey this year. We look forward to sharing our 2024 programme with you soon.
Top Webinars
Unveiling ‘The Golden Road’: The Ancient Trade Route That Shaped Our World
Following the announcement of the Indian-Middle Eastern Economic Corridor (IMEEC) at the recent G20 Summit, renowned Scottish historian and author William Dalrymple highlights the historical significance as an ancient Red Sea trade route mentioned in his latest book.
The Impact of AI: Future Predictions and Opportunities
We explore AI’s potential and challenges, including its transformation of industries, academia, commerce, and governance. The discussion looks at the opportunities, regulation, and global applications, examining AI’s impact and future in various sectors.
Overreach: How China Derailed Its Peaceful Rise
After decades of restrained foreign policy post-Mao, China shifted to assertive actions, threatening neighbors and challenging global powers, as analysed in Susan Shirk’s book “Overreach” and discussed with Rana Mitter, highlighting China’s evolution and its international implications.
UK-India Relations: A Conversation with the British HC to India
British High Commissioner, Alex Ellis, joined us to discuss the evolving UK-India relationship, trade opportunities, India’s global role, G20 presidency, and future prospects.
Top In-Person Events
China: The Enigma
Xi Jinping’s leadership polarized views on China’s global role, amid debates on its economic ties and assertiveness. Matthew Henderson discusses China’s historical governance, Mao’s ideology, Deng’s policies, and Xi’s ambition, focusing on China’s challenge to liberal norms.
Tibet: The Unresolved International Crisis
Sikyong Penpa Tsering, the President of Tibet, discusses the current situation in Tibet, providing insights into the current political climate, human rights issues, and cultural developments in Tibet.
The China Paradox: At the Front Line of Economic Transformation
“The China Paradox” analyses China’s economic rise, its hybrid political-economic model, and implications of recent developments under Xi Jinping. It explores China’s global ambitions, economic challenges, political intentions, and domestic issues, offering a nuanced view of its future and global impact.
Top Podcasts
Business and Trade Relations between Scotland and ASEAN
Gavin Wilkins explores ASEAN’s rapid economic growth, opportunities for Scottish companies, and strategies for market entry, focusing on Singapore’s trade hub role and comparing ASEAN’s global economic impact.
Israel’s War: Evaluating the Current Conflict
We discuss the implications of the Hamas attack on Israel, featuring experts Marco Vicenzino and Shay Zavaro analysing the conflict, regional dynamics, and Netanyahu’s political prospects, alongside discussions on strategy, regional roles and future scenarios.
Asia and the New Space Economy
The next big growth area for the global economy is right above our heads – space. From putting new communications satellites into orbit, to returning to the moon to mine its valuable stocks of minerals, there are more opportunities than ever before in the new space economy.
Adam Smith Series
We Need To Talk About Inflation
This discussion explores the history of inflation, its causes, and consequences over the last 2,000 years, from ancient Rome to modern asset bubbles. It delves into the impact on various economic sectors and offers strategies for managing inflation, with a focus on industries like paper and packing, and advice for business owners in inflation-prone markets.
The UK Economy in a Changing World
Liz Martins analyses the UK’s economic shifts in recent years, discussing post-Brexit adaptations, political changes, and crisis impacts, while exploring future challenges and opportunities in demographics, climate, and technology.
Adam Smith’s influence on our political economy and the state we are in
Using the themes of Adam Smith’s work as a framework, our speakers provide their thoughts on contemporary global economics.
