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WHAT'S NEXT?: Traditional slow, hierarchical leadership models are breaking down to be replaced by more agile systems of decision-making. Consequently, populist leaders are threatening to replace many career politicians while leaders in general are dealing with unprecedented, complex levels and speed of change requiring instant insights and decision-making. Many leaders (middle management) will be lost to automation in the coming years while Millennials will increasingly occupy leadership roles..

• [New] Collaborative leadership that prioritizes innovation and the intentional use of emerging technologies will continue to drive economic growth in Greater Des Moines in 2026. Business Record
• [New] The formation of a new Gang Suppression Force with U.S. leadership holds promise that the situation in Haiti could eventually be brought under control. IndraStra Global
• [New] In 2026, sophisticated measurement frameworks that tie communications activities to business outcomes will become the standard expectation from leadership. AMW
• [New] New leadership appointments and policy blueprints will influence everything from Vietnam's approach to foreign investment and trade to its stance on regional security issues. The Diplomatic Insight
• [New] Without a fundamental change in leadership in Brussels, the once-thriving European civilization could cease to exist by the end of the century. Hungarian Conservative
• [New] Beijing's military timeline should not be dismissed, claiming: We know that the Chinese leadership has instructed its military to be ready for an invasion by 2027. Kenya
• [New] China's leadership is advocating for a proactive fiscal policy in 2026 following a disappointing 4.8% growth rate in 2025. Market Insights
• [New] In 2026, leadership will hinge less on compliance and more on professional judgement - based on evidence, science, and strategic context. IMD business school for management and leadership cours
• [New] Organizations that invest in all three layers (not just AI tools) will achieve the operational excellence that defines procurement leadership in 2026. Focal Point -
• [New] BRICS, under India's leadership, will accelerate the process of eliminating that necessity. OpIndia
• [New] Global nuclear capacity expansion, particularly across Asia and Europe, creates urgency for domestic nuclear industry revitalization to maintain technological leadership and export opportunities. Discovery Alert
• [New] Design-led innovation, digital embedding of operations, and tech-savvy leadership will redefine India's manufacturing rise. ET Edge Insights - The New Paradigm of Business Intelli
• [New] In 2026, leadership in sustainability will be less about bold declarations and more about steady competence. FM College
• [New] In 2026, burnout will not just be a risk; it will be the ultimate test of leadership maturity. theHRDIRECTOR
• [New] In 2026, marketers will prioritize consistency, senior-level leadership, and direct access to decision-makers over scale and bureaucracy. PRNEWS
• [New] The Fed faces policy dilemmas: balancing rate cuts (targeting 3-3.5% by year-end) against persistent inflation risks and leadership transition challenges. Ainvest
• [New] Understanding the leadership trends in 2026 is not only about staying ahead of disruption; it is about shaping the kind of leadership that organizations need to thrive: grounded in science, centered on people, and aligned with long-term purpose. Leadership Worth Following
• [New] Fed Overhaul (for better or worse) - 2026 will be defined by the most radical shift in U.S. monetary leadership in modern history. ARB Letter
• [New] The year 2026 will certainly shake up global leadership tables beginning with the Philippines, as the next Asean chair following a rewarding theme on artificial intelligence and emerging technologies outside the ambit of controversial maritime security. World Geostrategic Insights
• [New] Reduced US leadership in Lebanon could scuttle the best chance in decades to diminish Hizballah. Middle East Institute
• [New] With development leadership lacking, we expect 2026 to be a year focused on mini-lateral initiatives, ad hoc coalition building and Track 2 diplomacy. ODI: Think change
• [New] If the goal of 900,000 air tourists in December is achieved and the barrier of 11.6 million annual visitors is surpassed, the Dominican Republic will not only reaffirm its leadership in the Caribbean, but will also consolidate tourism as one of the strongest engines of its economy. Billetaxo

Last updated: 04 January 2026