The Great Tech Game Podcast: Geopolitics, Technology, Business and Global Affairs, with Anirudh Suri

Join us for an in-depth exploration of India's journey towards becoming a developed economy, featuring insights from Professor Indermit Gill, Chief Economist of the World Bank Group, and from our host Anirudh Suri. This episode delves into India's potential in technology, energy, and socioeconomic mobility. Discover the shifts in global economic consensus, the concept of the middle-income trap, and the role of investment and innovation in economic growth. Examine case studies from successful countries, the importance of female labor participation, and the impact of AI on India's future. The discussion also highlights India's evolving trade policies, the necessity of diverse perspectives in policymaking, and the potential of expanding digital public infrastructure to key sectors. This comprehensive episode provides valuable strategies and recommendations for India's sustainable economic advancement.

Instead of controlling the economy directly, there's a tendency to control information about the economy. This is a dangerous path because it deprives households and firms of the information they need to make informed economic decisionsJoin us for an in-depth exploration of India's journey towards becoming a developed economy, featuring insights from Professor Indermit Gill, Chief Economist of the World Bank Group, and from our host Anirudh Suri. This episode delves into India's potential in technology, energy, and socioeconomic mobility. Discover the shifts in global economic consensus, the concept of the middle-income trap, and the role of investment and innovation in economic growth. Examine case studies from successful countries, the importance of female labor participation, and the impact of AI on India's future. The discussion also highlights India's evolving trade policies, the necessity of diverse perspectives in policymaking, and the potential of expanding digital public infrastructure to key sectors. This comprehensive episode provides valuable strategies and recommendations for India's sustainable economic advancement.

Join us for an in-depth exploration of India's journey towards becoming a developed economy, featuring insights from Professor Indermit Gill, Chief Economist of the World Bank Group, and from our host Anirudh Suri. This episode delves into India's potential in technology, energy, and socioeconomic mobility. Discover the shifts in global economic consensus, the concept of the middle-income trap, and the role of investment and innovation in economic growth. Examine case studies from successful countries, the importance of female labor participation, and the impact of AI on India's future. The discussion also highlights India's evolving trade policies, the necessity of diverse perspectives in policymaking, and the potential of expanding digital public infrastructure to key sectors. This comprehensive episode provides valuable strategies and recommendations for India's sustainable economic advancement.

Join us for an in-depth exploration of India's journey towards becoming a developed economy, featuring insights from Professor Indermit Gill, Chief Economist of the World Bank Group, and from our host Anirudh Suri. This episode delves into India's potential in technology, energy, and socioeconomic mobility. Discover the shifts in global economic consensus, the concept of the middle-income trap, and the role of investment and innovation in economic growth. Examine case studies from successful countries, the importance of female labor participation, and the impact of AI on India's future. The discussion also highlights India's evolving trade policies, the necessity of diverse perspectives in policymaking, and the potential of expanding digital public infrastructure to key sectors. This comprehensive episode provides valuable strategies and recommendations for India's sustainable economic advancement.

Join us for an in-depth exploration of India's journey towards becoming a developed economy, featuring insights from Professor Indermit Gill, Chief Economist of the World Bank Group, and from our host Anirudh Suri. This episode delves into India's potential in technology, energy, and socioeconomic mobility. Discover the shifts in global economic consensus, the concept of the middle-income trap, and the role of investment and innovation in economic growth. Examine case studies from successful countries, the importance of female labor participation, and the impact of AI on India's future. The discussion also highlights India's evolving trade policies, the necessity of diverse perspectives in policymaking, and the potential of expanding digital public infrastructure to key sectors. This comprehensive episode provides valuable strategies and recommendations for India's sustainable economic advancement.

Join us for an in-depth exploration of India's journey towards becoming a developed economy, featuring insights from Professor Indermit Gill, Chief Economist of the World Bank Group, and from our host Anirudh Suri. This episode delves into India's potential in technology, energy, and socioeconomic mobility. Discover the shifts in global economic consensus, the concept of the middle-income trap, and the role of investment and innovation in economic growth. Examine case studies from successful countries, the importance of female labor participation, and the impact of AI on India's future. The discussion also highlights India's evolving trade policies, the necessity of diverse perspectives in policymaking, and the potential of expanding digital public infrastructure to key sectors. This comprehensive episode provides valuable strategies and recommendations for India's sustainable economic advancement.Chapters:00:00 Introduction to India's Economic Landscape07:11 The Role of Government in Economic Development11:26 The Middle Income Trap Explained22:59 Lessons from Successful Economies36:23 China's Economic Transition42:37 India's Path Forward47:45 Agricultural Productivity and Technology Transfer48:10 The Next Horizontal Initiative: Education49:49 India's Enterprise and Energy Efficiency52:21 Challenges in Indian Enterprise Efficiency53:51 Energy Sector and State-Owned Enterprises57:17 The Role of Women in India's Workforce59:03 Lessons from Other Countries on Female Labor Participation01:01:08 R&D Investment and Economic Growth01:08:00 Is India's Industrial Policy Working?01:16:04 AI and Its Impact on India's Economy01:22:34 Digital Public Infrastructure and Rural Development01:25:26 Concluding Thoughts on India's Economic PolicyBook Links:Anirudh Suri:The Great Tech Game by Anirudh Suri : https://amzn.eu/d/1Su38My Follow Anirudh here:X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/anirudhsuriLinkedin:   / anirudhsuri  Instagram:   / anirudh_suri  Facebook:   / anirudhsuri.in  Website: [www.anirudhsuri.com](http://www.anirudhsuri.com/) Book and Podcast: [www.greattechgame.com](http://www.greattechgame.com/) India economic development, vikasit bharat middle-income trap, World Bank, innovation in India, digital public infrastructure, education reform, industrial policy, economic policy, GDP growth, India's demography, AI in India, India manufacturing, female labor force participation, socioeconomic mobility, technology diffusion, Indian enterprise efficiency, energy efficiency, investment in technology, trade policy, fiscal policy, rural development, climate change impact on economies, macroeconomic stability, public services digitalization, India competitive advantage, economic governance, international trade, public security in India, infrastructure investment.

In this episode of the Great Tech Game podcast, host Anirudh Suri engages in a deep conversation with Marietje Schaak, International Policy Director at Stanford University's Cyber Policy Center and a former member of the European Parliament. The discussion traverses the complex relationship between technology, geopolitics, and democracy. Marietje highlights the growing influence of big tech firms and their impact on state sovereign functions. She raises concerns about the balance of power, the role of AI, and the urgency for new regulations. They explore historical parallels with colonial enterprises and the concept of digital sovereignty. Marietje underscores the need for transparency, accountability, and informed legislative bodies to protect democratic values in the digital age. They discuss the possibility of a unified democratic response and contemplate the future of AI's regulatory landscape.Chapters:00:00 Highlights from the Conversation02:34 Introduction to the Great Tech Game Podcast02:46 Meet Marija Shaker: A Voice in Tech and Governance04:43 The Evolution of Tech Optimism and Pessimism08:58 Global Shift and the Hollowing Out of Government13:10 Tech Firms as Agents of the State16:09 The Role of Big Tech in Geopolitical Conflicts23:31 Challenges of Global Tech Governance37:03 The Emerging India Model in Tech Policy44:06 The Future of AI and Tech Regulation49:33 Concluding Thoughts and RecommendationsBook Links:Anirudh Suri:The Great Tech Game by Anirudh Suri : https://amzn.eu/d/1Su38My Marietje Schaak: https://amzn.in/d/1jkYoiiFollow Anirudh here:X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/anirudhsuriLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anirudhsuri/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anirudh_suriFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AnirudhSuri.inWebsite: [www.anirudhsuri.com](http://www.anirudhsuri.com/) Book and Podcast: [www.greattechgame.com](http://www.greattechgame.com/) technology, geopolitics, economics, history, global affairs, cyber policy, artificial intelligence, European Parliament, tech governance, big tech firms, democracies, Tech Coup, Silicon Valley, tech regulation, international policy, digital sovereignty, human rights, accountability, surveillance, social media, digital public infrastructure, India, Europe, United States, authoritarian regimes, transparency, national security, facial recognition, spyware, election interference, AI ethics

In this episode of the Great Tech Game podcast, the host Anirud Suri welcomes Professor Ian Goldin, an esteemed academic and thought leader, to discuss his views on the intersection of technology, geopolitics, business, and global affairs. Professor Goldin shares his evolution in macro thinking over the past few decades and reflects on his experiences spanning academia, major organizations, and advisory roles to world leaders like Nelson Mandela. The discussion delves into the impact of globalization, technological advancements, and the future of cities. It also explores the current and future trends in global migration and the lessons drawn from historical analogies such as the Renaissance to today's technological era. The episode touches on the importance of long-term thinking and the notion of 'coalitions of the working' to address global issues.Ian Andrew Goldin is a South African-born British professor at the University of Oxford in England, and was the founding director of the Oxford Martin School. Goldin is currently the director of the Oxford Martin Research Programmes on Technological and Economic Change, Future of Work and Future of Development.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Great Tech Game Podcast02:28 Professor Goldin's Career Highlights04:24 Reflections on Macro Trends and Global Changes05:03 The Evolution of Global Interconnectivity08:09 Multidisciplinary Approaches to Global Issues12:02 The Importance of Long-Term Thinking17:54 Coalitions of the Working: Success Stories20:39 The Future of Cities: Challenges and Opportunities27:46 Urbanization and the Knowledge Economy35:24 Global Divergence and Migration Trends47:04 Lessons from the Renaissance for Today's World52:54 Conclusion and RecommendationsBook Links:Anirudh Suri:The Great Tech Game by Anirudh Suri : https://amzn.eu/d/1Su38My Ian Goldin:The Shortest History of Migration: https://amzn.eu/d/4W55gFETerra Incognita: https://amzn.eu/d/4875UYr Age of the City: https://amzn.in/d/iaK0Nai Age of Discovery: https://amzn.in/d/43Gw9nX Follow Anirudh here:X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/anirudhsuriLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anirudhsuri/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anirudh_suriFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AnirudhSuri.inWebsite: [www.anirudhsuri.com](http://www.anirudhsuri.com/) Book and Podcast: [www.greattechgame.com](http://www.greattechgame.com/) Great Tech Game podcast, Professor Ian Goldin, Oxford Martin School, Globalization and Development, World Bank, Development Bank of Southern Africa, Nelson Mandela, BBC series, Age of the City, technological and economic change, interdisciplinary, South Africa, Berlin Wall, worldwide web, political and ideological change, global governance, coalitions, cities, climate change, inequality, remote work, regional inequality, economic growth, artificial intelligence, migration, Age of Discovery, technological revolution, renaissance, Brexit, populism.

Is China's Growth Story Over? Ft. Michael Pettis of Peking UniversityIn this episode of the Great Tech Game podcast, Anirudh Suri welcomes Professor Michael Pettis, a finance professor at Peking University and a senior fellow at the Carnegie Endowment. The discussion spans topics such as the structural issues in the Chinese economy, global economic imbalances, and the evolution of trade policies.Pettis explains the historical context of economic development, the pitfalls of high savings and investment models, and the necessity of transitioning to a higher consumption model. He argues that China's current economic malaise stems from structural issues rather than political missteps by Xi Jinping.They also delve into the implications of decoupling efforts, the emergence of a new international economic order, and the lessons developing countries like India and Vietnam can learn. Pettis emphasizes the need for balanced trade and cautions against unregulated capital flows, advocating for a restructured global trade system to address imbalances.02:01 Introducing Professor Michael Pettis02:21 Michael Pettis' Background and Achievements03:41 Reflections on Two Decades in China07:50 Economic Worldview and Key Theories10:57 Impact of Global Imbalances20:23 Case Study: U.S. and China Economic Dynamics30:37 Historical Paths to Economic Development36:02 Current State of the Chinese Economy38:25 Challenges of Economic Transition39:35 China's Investment Dilemma40:24 Consumption vs. Investment41:53 Global Trade and Economic Models42:49 Debate on Xi Jinping's Policies45:57 Impact of Decoupling on China52:07 Future of Global Economic Order57:30 Advice for Developing Countries01:02:06 Industrial Policy and Global Trade01:09:15 Conclusion and RecommendationsBook Links:Anirudh Suri:The Great Tech Game by Anirudh Suri : https://amzn.eu/d/1Su38MyMichael Pettis:TRADE WARS ARE CLASS WARS: https://amzn.in/d/0tktJIIAvoiding the Fall: China's Economic Restructuring: https://amzn.in/d/dNkY6aMThe Great Rebalancing: Trade, Conflict, and the Perilous Road Ahead for the World Economy : https://amzn.in/d/0jJEI06Follow Anirudh here:X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/anirudhsuriLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anirudhsuri/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anirudh_suriFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AnirudhSuri.inWebsite: www.anirudhsuri.comBook and Podcast: www.greattechgame.com#Technology #economics #trade #globalization #tradepolicy #geoeconomics #geopolitics #chineseeconomy #nationalchampions #china #US #japan #india #Globalization, #EconomicGrowth, #ChinaEconomy #TradePolicy, #Productivity, #Macroeconomics, #Geopolitics, #USChinaRelations, #EmergingMarkets, #TechAdoption, #EconomicResilience #fiscaldeficit #tradedeficit #tradewars #techwars #industrialpolicy #michaelpettis #anirudhsuri #GreatTechGame #GreatTechGamePodcast #podcast

In this episode of the Great Tech Game podcast, host Anirudh Suri engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Adam Posen, president of the Peterson Institute for International Economics. They delve into the shifting global economic landscape, examining the impact of technology and geopolitics on economic growth. Posen offers deep insights into the 'corrosion of globalization,' national champions, and U.S.-China economic relations. The discussion also highlights the emerging resilience and autonomy of countries like India, Brazil, Indonesia, and Mexico, as they navigate macroeconomic policies amidst global challenges such as interest rate hikes and inflation. Additionally, the episode touches on the implications of U.S. economic nationalism for Mexico and potential initiatives like the BRICS Bank. To conclude, Posen shares his book recommendations and suggests guests for future episodes, promising further insights into economics and geopolitics.00:00 Introduction to the Great Tech Game Podcast02:37 Guest Introduction: Adam Pozen03:14 Overview of Discussion Topics04:07 Adam Posen's Economic Worldview04:44 The Corrosion of Globalization05:47 Geopolitical Tensions and Economic Segmentation07:19 Neoliberal Macroeconomics and Large Economies08:29 Technology and Productivity Growth09:10 Deep Dive: Corrosion of Globalization10:44 Ideological Shifts and Globalization13:50 Nationalism and Economic Policy15:34 The Role of the State vs. Market21:55 National Champions and Industrial Policy29:46 Efficiency vs. Resilience in Global Supply Chains41:47 Global Economic Governance Institutions51:40 Reimagining the WTO: A Plurilateral Approach52:09 The Role of Technology in Economic Growth53:20 The Great Tech Game: A New Era54:58 Tech Diffusion and Adoption: Key to Progress1:02:11 Generative AI: Overhyped or Revolutionary?1:08:52 US Manufacturing: Overemphasis and Alternatives1:16:14 China's Economic Peak and Policy Impacts1:23:45 Emerging Powers: India and Beyond1:30:56 Conclusion and RecommendationsBook Links:Anirudh Suri:The Great Tech Game by Anirudh Suri : https://amzn.eu/d/1Su38MyFollow Anirudh here:X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/anirudhsuriLinkedin:   / anirudhsuri  Instagram:   / anirudh_suri  Facebook:   / anirudhsuri.in  Website: [www.anirudhsuri.com](http://www.anirudhsuri.com/)Book and Podcast: [www.greattechgame.com](http://www.greattechgame.com/)#TechnologyAndEconomics, #Globalization, #EconomicGrowth, #ChinaEconomy, #USManufacturing, #TradePolicy, #AI, #Productivity, #GlobalInstitutions, #IMF, #WTO, #TechDiffusion, #Macroeconomics, #Geopolitics, #USChinaRelations, #EmergingMarkets, #TechAdoption, #EconomicResilience, #SupplyChains