Nikolaus Lang, an expert from BCG, specializes in advising executives on trade strategies amid global shifts. He discusses the impending decline of free trade as emerging trade blocs reshape the economy. Leaders must adapt to new geopolitical and resource access challenges, especially in securing materials for batteries. Lang emphasizes the importance of integrating geopolitics into corporate strategies while also addressing the need for ethical AI governance. He showcases innovative AI tools designed to aid executives in strategic decision-making during these turbulent times.