Due to the global corona virus epidemic and many other reasons, the year 2020 proved to be a very difficult year for the world, but what will 2021 be like? According to the Eurasia Group, these are the ten biggest challenges for the world this year.
The 46th President of the United States
Joe Biden won the US presidential election. Although Trump lost the election, he received 11 million more votes than in 2016. Trump supporters call his widespread chaos "courage." Trump is leaving the White House as an influential figure, and American society is very divided at the moment. Conservatives are strong in many institutions. Will Biden, the 46th President of the United States, be able to meet these challenges?
The long-term effects of the Corona epidemic
The Corona epidemic in 2021 will continue to affect not only the health and lives of individuals, but also global political stability and the economy as a whole. Many countries will focus on vaccinations, but at the same time the economic and social effects of the epidemic will continue to appear. Problems such as unemployment, displacement, inequality and lack of trust can arise in many regions.
Environmental protection
Efforts to protect the environment are gaining momentum, which could lead to increased tensions between the major economic powers. China's industrial policy will have to deal with serious challenges. New opportunities will be created at every level and in every field to minimize the emission of toxic gases. But in such a case, some will benefit financially while others will suffer.
Tensions between the United States and China
Traditional rivals the United States and China are likely to ease tensions on a number of issues, both of which seek political stability. But new differences will also arise over Hong Kong, vaccine diplomacy, nationalism, environmental protection policies and defense issues.
Exchange of data on the Internet
Barriers to sensitive data exchange will affect Burns' current model on the Internet. Technologies such as artificial intelligence and FiveG will expand and the major powers will have additional doubts about the exchange of sensitive data through them. The overall environment for the free exchange of data on the Internet is likely to change significantly this year.
The threat of cyber attacks is always real
There is no specific indication that the risk of cyber attacks is higher this year but as digitalization is increasing in every field, the risk of cyber attacks is really increasing. Every computer, every mobile phone or every smart device provides an opportunity for hackers. This environment is likely to increase further this year.
The future of Turkey
Will President Recep Tayyip Erdoآنan's poor performance in dealing with the economic field and Corona last year sink him? He has been in power for nearly two decades and the people are now a little tired. In addition to social divisions, this environment can force them to take risks at the foreign level or target the opposition in order to fuel nationalist tendencies. What will happen in the next election?
The worst affected region is the Middle East
The worst-hit region is the Middle East. Declining energy demand last year has hit oil-producing countries hard. This year will be even more difficult as more fluctuations in fuel prices are unlikely. Governments in many Middle Eastern countries will cut spending, leading to higher unemployment. Public protest movements can also be seen in many countries.
Post-Merkel Europe
Germany will hold general elections this year. It is unthinkable for many to think of a post-Chancellor Angela Merkel Europe. Ruling for more than 15 years, Merkel has rescued not only Germany but also Europe from many crises. Saying goodbye to politics will leave a huge gap behind, which could disrupt the economic recovery at the European level and many other issues.
Latin America
After the Middle East, Latin America was the hardest hit last year. Countries in the region faced similar political and economic problems, which is why, despite the availability of the corona vaccine, vaccination has not yet begun in most Latin American countries. Argentina and Mexico are due to hold general elections this year, while Chile, Peru and Ecuador will also hold elections for new presidents.
