Ray Dalio, speaking at Oxford Union, urged young people to learn how the world really works. He painted the current global turmoil as part of a recurring historical cycle driven by debt, inequality, shifting world orders, natural events and rapid technology— arguing that understanding these “five forces” is key to navigating the future.

David Speers interviews Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. The pair discuss the social media ban, cuts in aged care support, the Communications Minister's recent travels, and the government's plans for the new year.

As Singapore marks 60 years of independence, multiculturalism, meritocracy and harmony remain core, with growing social trust and appreciation of diversity. Ongoing challenges such as social fragmentation and differing perspectives underline the need to keep strengthening cohesion and inclusivity.

Ray Dalio warns that America is entering decline, the UK faces severe financial strain, and China is rising fast. Drawing from the same principles that helped him turn $5 into a $160 billion empire, he reveals hard truths about Britain’s future, the mindset shifts used by the ultra-wealthy and why global power cycles unfolding over 500 years are reshaping the path to success.

Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong speaks with Bloomberg’s John Micklethwait at the 2025 New Economy Forum in Singapore about the delicate balance between the U.S. and China, regional stability, and the country’s role as a global wealth hub.

Dr. Vivian Balakrishnan, Minister for Foreign Affairs, Republic of Singapore speaks to Bloomberg's Stephanie Flanders at the 2025 Bloomberg New Economy Forum in Singapore about the shifting balance of power among the U.S., China, and Europe— and what it means for Asia’s stability and for global growth.