Top ten likely global risks in 2021, as per the World Economic Forum

Jan 20, 2021

By: Sanchita Dash

Global Risk Report warns the world against the next big dangers

It has been calling out a global pandemic, a risk to humanity since 2006

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Extreme weather

Natural disasters like bushfires in Aus and cyclones like Amphan have topped the list for 5 years now

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Climate action failure

US, under Biden, may return to Paris climate pact but reducing climate risks needs more action.

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Human environmental damage

The third-largest threat is environmental damage caused by human activities.

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Infectious diseases

As the world battles COVID-19, there is rising risk of other ‘infectious diseases’

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Biodiversity loss

Environmental risks such as biodiversity loss or natural resource crisis is an existential threat.

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Digital power concentration

Monopoly hurts! India is already fighting against forced data sharing rules from WhatsApp, the biggest messaging app in the country.

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Digital inequality

While celebrating rise in use of tech, govts must be wary of those who can’t afford smartphones or internet

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Interstate relations fracture

The border conflict between India and China is just one of the many examples of rising tensions.

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Cybersecurity failure

Data breaches have risen along with dependency on tech and more people working from home

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Livelihood crisis

In India, for eg, businesses have recovered but unemployment hasn’t. This may continue unless action is taken.

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