Why 2024 Might Be the Most Important Year

2024 may be the most pivotal year in decades, one that could shape the world's future in profound ways. Xenia Wickett, a geopolitical expert who has worked at the White House, State Department, Chatham House, and the Harvard Kennedy School explains what the big drivers of instability and change are, and suggests how to think about the complicated cross currents in the world in 2024. 02:57 The Key Challenges in 2024 06:02 The Pillars of Global Structure 16:11 The New Role of Corporations Across Societies 20:19 The Four Global Systems 22:49 The Interplay of Global Systems and Foundational Pillars 28:40 The 'Rooms' - Localized Issues Impacting the Global System 31:07 Understanding the Interconnectedness of Global Events 38:48 Learning to Manage Volatility