Britain is going through a difficult time, when its sustained ability to punch above its weight, economically and diplomatically, is ebbing. The end of irrational exuberance found the country ill at ease with itself, with rising inequalities and unhealthy nationalism, just when it needs to be fleet-footed in recognising that many of the traditional pillars of its strengths have changed. The need is to recognise other supports and partners and find a new common purpose after the pandemic. I live in hope.

think global

Internationalisation is an area where Manchester really needs to improve, particularly with the rising economies of Brazil, Russia, India and China. By 2030, 92 per cent of the world's middle classes will be in the developing world. How we encourage and incentivise businesses to look abroad is the big question...

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