Entries by Stephanie Govaerts

COP28 | “Political and Strategic Issues Challenging International Climate Action” panel

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On December 4, HCSS strategic analyst Irina Patrahau moderated the panel discussion “Political and Strategic Issues Challenging International Climate Action”, as part of the first session of the TRENDS-Atlantic Council 3rd Annual Conference on Sustainable Security: The Soft and Hard Implications of Climate Action.

The session brought together insights from a diverse group of panelists to discuss the political and strategic issues challenging climate action.

TIME | Collin Meisel: Can China’s Baby Bust Be Reversed? Don’t Count On It

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Once a one-child policy state, China is now faced with the “baby bust” challenge. Amid fears of economic imbalances and societal implications, the nation is prioritsing efforts to boost fertility rates. This Time article explores how the interplay of various factors, from changing societal norms and economic pressures to the legacy of decades-long population control policies, has contributed to a significant drop in birth rates. This article delves into the dynamics surrounding China’s demographic transformation, examining its potential ramifications on the country’s workforce, aging population, and its ability to remain engaged in great-power competition.