Tharman Shanmugaratnam
President of Singapore and experienced policymaker focused on economic strategy, international cooperation, and technological adaptation, speaking here about Singapore's position amid global uncertainty and AI governance.
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Jan 31, 2026 • 21min
Singapore's global moment, with President Tharman Shanmugaratnam
Tharman Shanmugaratnam, President of Singapore and seasoned policymaker, discusses how a small city-state navigates radical global uncertainty. He talks about coalition-building beyond single powers. He explores AI governance, risks, and Singapore’s role as a neutral convener. He outlines lifelong learning and public-private strategies to future-proof the workforce.
Jan 19, 2024 • 55min
Bloomberg Davos Special: All-Star Economic Panel
Prominent guests including ECB President Christine Lagarde, Carlyle Co-Founder David Rubenstein, and Director General of the WTO Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala discuss the threats and challenges faced by the global economy, the trade conditions in 2023 and forecast for 2024, the EU's concerns about subsidies and capital markets union, transitioning to a US-China partnership, building resilience and mobilizing resources, challenges of fiscal reform and financing the green transition, and the difficulties of raising taxes and phasing out subsidies.
Jan 26, 2025 • 58min
The Global Economic Outlook
Laurence D. Fink, CEO of BlackRock, shares insights on global economic risks, while Christine Lagarde, President of the ECB, critiques Europe's stagnation amid U.S. growth. Kristalina Georgieva, IMF head, warns about high sovereign debt levels, and Tharman Shanmugaratnam, Singapore's President, pushes for global cooperation. Faisal El-Abrahim discusses Saudi Arabia's economic vision, highlighting the interplay of trade policies and energy dynamics. The dialogue emphasizes innovation, partnership, and proactive strategies to navigate today's complex economic landscape.
