Hamish McRae

Hamish McRae, an esteemed economics columnist and author, delves into the future of our world in 2050. He discusses whether the U.S. will retain its economic supremacy or be overtaken by China or India. The transformative potential of AI in tackling an aging population is explored, along with the challenges of globalization and geopolitical tensions. McRae also emphasizes the importance of retirement planning and the need for proactive health measures, offering a thought-provoking glimpse into the complex economic landscape ahead.

Anne McElvoy, an executive editor at Politico, joins a panel that includes Ash Sarkar, a journalist from Navara Media, and Mariana Mazzucato, an economist from UCL. They dive into the moral implications of free trade amidst global economic tensions. Topics include the ethical dilemmas of tariffs set by Trump, the adverse impact on American workers, and wealth inequality. The discussion highlights the chasm between economic metrics and everyday realities, questioning how trade policies can be both a source of poverty alleviation and a mechanism of exploitation.