The World in 2016

The World in 2016 is the latest in The Economist's annual collection of forecasts and predictions on the year ahead. Prominent figures from politics, business, science and the arts join journalists from The Economist and other leading publications in offering forecasts for 2016.

To mark our 30th year, we have a special section on different ways of looking into the future. Contributors include a Canadian novelist, an American trend-spotter, an innovative Israeli designer-of-tomorrow and Australia’s favourite astrologer.

What to look out for in The World in 2016:

- Narendra Modi of India and Li Keqiang of China outline plans for their countries.

- Christine Lagarde of the IMF points to the actions needed for the world economy to prosper.

- Uber’s CEO, Travis Kalanick, praises new models of working.

- The world’s youngest Nobel peace-prize winner, Malala Yusafzai, argues for a political focus on girls’ education.

Covering topics from the war on cancer to the future of conflict, from China’s new economic model to how to succeed at the Olympics, The World in 2016 will help you get ahead of the year ahead.

The World in 2016 is available in print and as an app for Apple and Android devices.

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