The Corporate Director Podcast
Charting the geopolitical risk landscape
Jan 24, 2024
Geopolitical strategist Tina Fordham shares insights on current and future geopolitical landscape and strategies for risk mitigation. Top concerns and impacts of geopolitical risks on companies discussed. Comparisons drawn between current era and 1970s, exploring technology's influence. Complexity of predicting and managing geopolitical risks emphasized. Future of boardrooms highlighted, emphasizing diversity and thought diversity.
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- The US presidential election and political uncertainties are identified as the greatest risk to companies' operations and outlook, causing volatility and uncertainty without a specific policy direction.
- The rise in conflicts, especially in the Middle East and Ukraine, has made business leaders more concerned about geopolitical risks and the interconnectedness between conflicts and global events, emphasizing the importance of being prepared for a wide range of hypothetical scenarios.
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Geopolitical Risks and US Elections
The podcast discusses the top geopolitical risks faced by companies and the impact of the US presidential election. Directors identified the US election and political uncertainties as the greatest risk to their company's operations and outlook. They are concerned about the volatility and uncertainty brought about by the election cycle, without being able to plan for any specific policy direction. In addition, the podcast emphasizes how conflicts and events in the Middle East and Ukraine can disrupt supply chains and negatively impact business operations.
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