The two will delve into the profound themes of his book, exploring the intricate intersection of economics and democracy in today’s world. The conversation will dissect the challenges faced by democratic capitalism on a global scale and unveil potential pathways toward a more sustainable future. This is an opportunity to immerse yourself in intellectual dialogue and gain fresh insights from one of the foremost economic thinkers of our time.

Speakers:

Martin Wolf CBE is one of the world’s most acclaimed financial journalists. He is best known for his long-standing association with the Financial Times, where he has served as the Chief Economics Commentator since 1996. Throughout his career, Wolf has developed some of the clearest frameworks for thinking about how the global economy is changing and offering some of the sharpest critiques to how policymakers are responding to those changes. His influential work has made him a trusted source of economic analysis for policymakers, business leaders, and the general public alike. Throughout his career, Martin Wolf has covered a wide range of economic topics, including international trade, monetary policy, fiscal policy, globalisation, and financial market dynamics. In addition to his journalism, Wolf has contributed to the field of economics through his books, speeches, and participation in international forums, most recently in his book “The Crisis of Democratic Capitalism”. He has received numerous awards for his work, including the prestigious Commander of the Order of the British Empire in recognition of his services to financial journalism.

Paul van Zyl is the co-Founder of The Conduit and Chief Creative Officer. Paul is a winner of the prestigious Skoll Award for Social Entrepreneurship and was named a Young Global Leader by the World Economic Forum. He served as the Executive Secretary of South Africa’s post-apartheid Truth and Reconciliation Commission and co-founded the International Centre for Transitional Justice (ICTJ), an international human rights organisation based in New York City.

Attendance is restricted to Conduit members

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