We have witnessed profound changes in governments, including in the world’s most powerful nation, resulting from the 2024 elections. And, in the first months of 2025, the world has come to a head. This year has seen a rapid and intense transformation, resulting from the decisions and attitudes adopted by new leaders in a wide variety of spheres: governments, businesses, and societies globally.
Precisely this has been the topic of discussion of FIBE Forum in Madrid on 8 and 9 May 2025.
Anna Ayuso, member of GLOBAL INTEL, has participated in the panel” OPPORTUNITIES FOR PEACE: HOW TO TURN IT AROUND?” together with:
- Pedro Paulo | Federal Representative of Brazil (moderation)
- Luciano Coutinho | Former President of the BNDES
- Marcos Prado Troyjo | Former President of the NDB
The panel has discussed the impact of global transformations on Brazil and Europe and how to strategically position themselves for the next 30 to 50 years. Key topics for debate, through the lens of recent geopolitical transformations:
o How has traditional mining, especially of so-called rare earths, become decisive for a more digital future?
o How to react to the arms race and the new geopolitics.
o The role of governments in global technological advancement and artificial intelligence.
o Strategies to address trade wars and pressure from big tech companies, ensuring the competitiveness of primary sectors.
o The challenge of building a strategic plan for the country’s future.
Find the full programme here: