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Prepared for anything
The world has pivoted in ways that are hard to fathom and made the notion of being prepared more important than ever. How can we regroup, find new directions and remain ambitious?
Pride of place
At a time of year when the emphasis is on giving, some nations can look back on 2021 with more satisfaction than others. We've taken note for Monocle's annual Soft Power Survey.
Will Russia ever play nicely?
Vast resources, rich culture, brilliant people — Russia possesses everything needed to be a respected global citizen. Aggression over cooperation?
Branch network
It makes elegant, versatile and sustainable buildings but there’s now a global shortage of timber – and the issue is splintering global relations.
Defence
Russia takes an interest in CAR, Denmark’s mission to Greenland and Romania buys missiles.
Shape of things to come
We asked 10 leading experts in international and geopolitical affairs to share their predictions for the year ahead and tell us which way the world will turn in 2021.
Was it China’s fault?
Experts weigh in on the narrative suggesting that China misled the world – and what that means for the future balance of power between east and west.
Affairs
How should the world deal with China? Plus: Denmark’s happiness museum, five resilient cities, Belarus cosies up to the west and Brazil’s offshore defences.
