Shifts in Aid and Energy Dynamics

This chapter explores the UK's budget announcement, marking a significant decline in overseas development aid and a reallocation of resources towards domestic humanitarian needs. It also examines the changing energy landscape, particularly Russia's pivot towards China and India amid sanctions, alongside the challenges Europe faces in breaking its energy dependence. Lastly, the impact of generative AI on the creative industry is discussed, highlighting the ongoing debates over compensation for artists and the evolving attitudes toward AI technology.