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Geopolitics Financial Markets

How the world could change in 2021

202011 minPGnews

FT journalists predict global changes in 2021, focusing on US-China relations and Brexit.

Geopolitics Financial Markets

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Channel: Financial Times

How the world could change in 2021

2020• 11 minPG

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FT journalists predict global changes in 2021, focusing on US-China relations and Brexit.

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FT journalists predict significant global changes for the coming year. Chief foreign affairs commentator Gideon Rachman discusses the implications of the pandemic on international relations. Asia editor Jamil Anderlini focuses on the evolving dynamics between the US and China. Global business columnist Rana Foroohar highlights economic trends, while Latin America editor Michael Stott and Africa editor David Pilling provide insights into key upcoming elections and the ongoing effects of Brexit. Their collective expertise offers a comprehensive view of the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead in 2021.

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