From Emerging Giant to Economic Titan: India’s Journey to #5

In the final quarter of 2021, India overtook the UK and became one of the world’s top 5 largest economics (amongst powerhouses such as the US, China, Japan, and Germany). Now the country is projected to be the 3rd largest economy by 2027 ($5.4 trillion GDP by 2025) and has the largest population, overtaking China in April 2023. It is interesting to witness how a former … Continue reading From Emerging Giant to Economic Titan: India’s Journey to #5

Beyond the Barrel: Economic Evolution in a Post-Oil World

Oil, often referred to as ‘black gold’, has historically had a profound impact on the global economy. Its original use in ancient civilisation was for medicine and lighting. However in the 19th century, it became the lifeblood of industrialisation, powering machinery, transportation and ultimately shaping geopolitics. Today, oil remains a critical driver of the global economy. As the world becomes more environmentally oriented (coupled with other … Continue reading Beyond the Barrel: Economic Evolution in a Post-Oil World

China, Taiwan, USA: Conflicts and the impact of technology

Tensions between China and Taiwan escalated significantly in August with the visit of US House of Representatives speaker Nancy Pelosi to Taiwan. Despite Chinese foreign ministry delegate Zhao Lijian warning the US that ‘there [would] be serious consequences if she [insisted] on making the visit’ and President Joe Biden’s discouragement, Pelosi still undertook the journey as part of an overall visit to Asia.  Such tension … Continue reading China, Taiwan, USA: Conflicts and the impact of technology