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Navigating the 2025 geopolitical landscape
World-class advisory services at the heart of European politics
Click to read: The effects of the new political order are being felt around the world and across industries. The uncertainty left in their wake sparks a plethora of questions, which were addressed in our webinar. Read the key takeaways.
Click to read: The Trump administration’s tariffs have ushered in unprecedented economic uncertainty that has greatly rattled most major global equity indexes and flummoxed corporate executives, Boards of Directors and the general public, alike. H/Advisors Abernathy's experts have developed near-term and long-term recommendations to support businesses.
Click to read: Examining the challenges facing companies as a result of the current political disruptions and providing insight on ways to achieve planning certainty despite the current geopolitical environment. Our colleagues in Brussels, Paris, London and Washington provide global recommendations for companies to better understand how to establish sustainable and trustworthy communications with political decision-makers, the public and other companies.
Click to read: Reeves' 2025 Spring Statement can be summed up simply: the world is a tough place; there's not much growth; and cuts must be made if defence is to be funded and fiscal rules are to be observed. Read H/Advisors Cicero's full analysis.
Click to read: The European Commission has proposed a set of legislative amendments under the 1st Omnibus package on sustainability. The reforms aim to simplify corporate sustainability reporting, extend implementation timelines, and reduce administrative burdens on businesses. Read the report to learn more about key areas affected, next steps and opportunities for businesses.
Click to read: Financial markets face a volatile year of tariffs, trade wars and geopolitical uncertainty as mercantilist policies take hold. In this new world order, Trump’s America will set the global agenda and likely reap the rewards of deregulation. The UK and EU must choose whether to compete or collaborate as their relative importance in financial markets wanes. While APAC markets are vulnerable to the threat of Chinese economic slow down, GCC financial centres look set to grow, cementing their position and influence.
Click to read: The Singapore Budget 2025 was shaped by concerns over geopolitical tensions, heightened risks of trade wars, rapid technological disruption and climate change. In response, it emphasised sustainability and innovation with targeted government support to ensure that Singaporeans and Singapore-based businesses are well-equipped to succeed in the evolving global landscape.
Click to read: The German federal elections are being held on Sunday, February 23, 2025, and current polls indicate a clear winner: the CDU/CSU will emerge as the strongest party, with Friedrich Merz set to become the new chancellor. Read the report for the full analysis.
Click to read: The European Commission’s 2025 Work Programme introduces a comprehensive set of initiatives aimed at enhancing competitiveness, simplifying regulations, and supporting innovation across finance, sustainability, technology, and other key sectors.
Past Events: Key takeaways
Read: How can business make sense of a world transformed?
Read: How is Trump’s volatility impacting the Global Health Agenda?
Read: H/Advisors Brussels becomes the EU's central hub for public affairs.
Read: Examining the leadup to Germany’s 2025 elections.
Read: A review of EU Commissioners-designate confirmation hearings.
Read: A survey on the priorities for EU policy over the next five years.
Read: An analysis of Chancellor Rachel Reeves' 2024 autumn budget.
Read: A newsletter on Germany's 2025 Federal Election.
2024 was an exceptional year for global politics and change.
More than half the world’s population voted in national elections
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which were
driven by economic pressures, geopolitical developments, and climate change
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2024 international politics analysed
Read: H/Advisors spoke with business leaders to see how prepared they felt for political change, and the risks and opportunities they anticipate.
Read: In the wake of Donald Trump’s re-election, businesses around the globe are bracing for changes in US policy that could reshape economic relations worldwide.
Watch: H/Advisors’ post-US election webinar discusses what issues may arise and what we can expect from Trump’s second term as President.
Watch: John Rowland, Senior Partner for H/Advisors, introduces our report, "Global Elections through the eyes of business leaders".
Read: A detailed overview of Australia's 2024-2025 Federal Budget delivered by Treasurer Chalmers navigating the inflationary environment of the Australian economy
Read: In Indonesia's 2024 elections, the shape of the next government, economic stability and investment climate were key concerns for international businesses.
