The New Silk Roads Summary of Key Points
Peter Frankopan’s ‘The New Silk Roads’ explores the resurgence of Asia as an economic and political powerhouse in the global arena, emphasizing contemporary trade, political alliances, and cultural exchanges.
Globalization
The Leadership Lab Summary of Key Points
The Leadership Lab offers insight into the changing landscape of leadership, emphasizing the challenges of 21st-century business environments.
The Box Summary of Key Points
The Box tells the story of the shipping container and how it revolutionized global trade by dramatically cutting costs and increasing efficiency.
The Post-American World Summary of Key Points
Fareed Zakaria examines the rise of countries like China and India and the challenges of global power shifts to American dominance.
The Industries of the Future Summary of Key Points
Alec Ross explores the technological and economic trends and developments that will shape the next decade, from cyber security and big data to the future of work.
The Clash of Civilizations and the Remaking of World Order Summary of Key Points
Huntington’s thesis argues that future conflicts will be driven by cultural differences rather than ideology or nationhood, outlining potential civilizational fault lines.
Globalization and Its Discontents Summary of Key Points
Stiglitz critiques globalization, particularly the way institutions like the IMF and World Bank handle economic policy in developing countries, often resulting in dissatisfaction.
The End of Power Summary of Key Points
Moisés Naím explores how power is shifting in the modern world, moving from large organizations to smaller, more dispersed entities.
Dealing with China Summary of Key Points
Henry M. Paulson Jr. gives an insider’s perspective on China’s economic rise and its impact on the global economy.