## China Future Trends Series

As a major global economy with a rapidly advancing technological sector and evolving socio-political dynamics, China is a major geo-economic player. Understanding the Chinese context is crucial for policymakers, business leaders, academics, and individuals. This series is curated in collaboration with Markus Herrmann, Co-Founder and Managing Director, China Macro Group and member of the World Economic Forum's Expert Network. It aims to provide valuable insights into how current trends in China may impact sectors, industries, and geopolitical relations worldwide.


### Annual Meeting of the New Champions Debrief 2026

Tune in to this video podcast for expert reflections from the 17th Annual Meeting of the New Champions of the World Economic Forum. The session will explore key takeaways from the discussions in Dalian, People’s Republic of China, with a focus on the strategic issues shaping industry, government and society in 2026.8 July 2026, 14.30-15.30 CET

[Replay](https://initiatives.weforum.org/strategic-intelligence-community/event-details/annual-meeting-of-the-new-champions-debrief-2026/a0WTG000001drrt2AA)


### China’s Consumer Economy

As China navigates a period of economic transition, the country is seeking to rebalance its growth model towards stronger domestic consumption while responding to shifting global and structural pressures. This session will explore the forces shaping China’s economic outlook, the evolving role of consumers and businesses, and what the next phase of growth could mean for China and the global economy.3 December 2026, 14.00-14.30 CET

[Register](https://initiatives.weforum.org/strategic-intelligence-community/event-details/what%E2%80%99s-next-for-china%E2%80%99s-economy%3F/a0WTG000001Jwqv2AC)


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## Masterclass on Navigating Geopolitical Risk

In a world marked by economic volatility, global power shifts and tensions and systemic shocks, understanding geopolitical risk becomes essential to any organization. This masterclass equips participants with practical tools to identify, assess and respond to geopolitical disruptions that can impact markets, operations and strategic decision-making. In three insightful session, you will move from the foundational understanding of geopolitical risk to its assessment and actionable strategies to strengthen the resilience of your organization.

[Learn more](https://initiatives.weforum.org/strategic-intelligence-community/masterclasses)