Introducing the Future of Government Initiative’s Debate Series
The Future of Government Series
The world is at an inflection point. As we face the unprecedented crisis of COVID-19 and the subsequent health, economic, and fiscal shocks, there are two stark visions for our collective future. The first builds on the progress we were making pre-2020 – a future where people across the world are more secure in their livelihoods, prosperity is shared, and poverty is in decline. The alternative picture is a future that will involve increased uncertainty, inequality, and poverty – at least from global health challenges, climate change, and insecurity. One thing is clear – the actions that governments and multilaterals take in the months and years to come will play a critical role in which direction the world is headed