The World Economic Forum's Global Risks Report 2026 flags geoeconomic confrontation as the biggest global threat, with interstate conflict, climate risks and polarisation close behind
As per the report, 398 natural disaster events occurred globally in 2023, resulting in an economic loss of $380 billion in the year.
A country-wise assessment, based on executive opinions, highlighted the major risks for individual nations over the next two years
Of the top 5 most likely global risks, two are related to environmental concerns