Global Scans · Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions · Weekly Summary

In September 2015, 193 world leaders agreed to 17 Global Goals for Sustainable Development. If these Goals are completed, it would mean an end to extreme poverty, inequality and climate change by 2030.
Goal 16: Promote peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development, provide access to justice for all and build effective, accountable and inclusive institutions at all levels.

• [New] While global governance might remain organised around 2 dominant blocs, competition might support cooperation and innovation while avoiding escalation, with reformed multilateral institutions enabling shared climate goals. GOV.UK
• [New] If a final peace deal is reached and sanctions against Iran are lifted, it seems likely that the UK and EU's divergence from the US will deepen - with consequences for the energy sector and beyond. Mishcon de Reya LLP
• [New] A wave of populist energy has been building in American life for nearly two decades, rooted in a growing distrust of institutions that promised stability, mobility, and opportunity but too often fell short. Stanford Social Innovation Review
• [New] Regarding foreign debt, Bangladesh could engage with international financial institutions, explore debt restructuring arrangements, and also seek financing opportunities from international capital markets. The Business Standard
• [New] Panelists emphasized that the future of the U.S.-Korea relationship will depend not only on government cooperation but also on sustained engagement among businesses, educational institutions, and local communities. Asia Society
• [New] As CBET volumes grow in South Asia, stronger regional planning institutions and closer coordination, particularly for transmission development and system operations, will become increasingly important. ORF Middle East
• [New] Global growth drivers in 2026 and beyond: innovation and strong institutions are key to sustainable growth; optimism masks fragility as productivity gains remain elusive and correction risks rise. Amova Asset Management - New Zealand
• [New] Even institutions that choose not to collaborate can face espionage and cyber threats, underscoring the need for rigorous due diligence, legal review, and cybersecurity safeguards in all space-related activities involving China. Rand Corporation
• [New] China may support the U.N., the SCO and other multilateral institutions, but its selective adherence to common rules risks turning its multilateralism into a vehicle to compete with United States rather than constraining great-power rivalry. The Diplomat
• [New] Governments and businesses could no longer ignore the consequences AI may have on societies and democratic institutions. People Matters
• [New] The Brennan Center for Justice is pushing the Federal Election Commission to act decisively on deliberately deceptive AI-produced content for fear that deepfakes impersonating candidates are likely to become an increasingly effective tool for defrauding donors. The Guardian
• [New] Large financial institutions and global payment providers that need a robust, compliance-aligned platform to manage high-volume transaction monitoring and risk orchestration across multiple business lines. DataVisor, Inc.
• [New] Representatives from the various bodies of the Board of Peace will gather at a resort in Cyprus next week, as the US-led international panel overseeing the postwar management of Gaza seeks to recalibrate after a rocky six months since its establishment. Counter Extremism Project
• [New] The target of reducing fatalities and serious injuries by 50% by 2030 is still the right target, but it will not be achieved without a much stronger push from institutions, police, infrastructure managers, municipalities and society as a whole. European Western Balkans
• [New] Peace between Pakistan and Afghanistan could prevail only if the Taliban regime renounced their support for terrorism and terrorist organizations. The Guardian
• [New] Given President Trump's unpredictability, it will not be possible to engage in long-term peace processes with the United States - not for the coexistence of Israel and a Palestinian state, not for a sovereign and viable Ukraine, and not for a lasting solution to the conflicts in Africa. Stiftung Wissenschaft und Politik (SWP)
• [New] By 2030, the most adaptive institutions will have developed the data infrastructure and advising systems needed to maintain meaningful learning relationships with alumni and returning students, not just current enrollees. Educational Technology and Change Journal
• [New] The broader question of whether CBE institutions will eventually converge with or remain distinct from traditional universities is one that the sector as a whole will need to answer by 2030. Educational Technology and Change Journal
• [New] AI may finally be capable of bending the cost curve of higher education in ways that previous technologies could not - but only if institutions resist the temptation to use it primarily for institutional efficiency. Educational Technology and Change Journal
• [New] The peace deal between the US and Iran upsets one of the key supportive factors for sugar recently - the idea that high oil prices will encourage more use of cane for ethanol instead of sugar production. ADM Investor Services
• [New] Institutions in North America should expect guidance from FinCEN, OCC, and FFIEC to follow within 1-2 years of the EU framework taking effect. Fluxforce

Last updated: 13 July 2026