Subscriber-only live events

Join Dr Anthony Fauci, the White House’s chief medical adviser, and Edward Carr, the deputy editor of The Economist, for a wide-ranging conversation in which they evaluate the global response to the pandemic and ask what lessons can be learnt for future health crises. They will also explore the growing politicisation of science and how to combat misinformation in the area of public health. And they will, of course, discuss the latest pandemic developments and look ahead at what 2022 might have in store.

As fighting enters its fourth week, join The Economist’s editor-in-chief, Zanny Minton Beddoes, for a live discussion with our deputy editor, defence editor and Russia editor. They will examine the prospects of peace talks and the role of China, the state of the Russian army and risks from chemical or nuclear weapons, the global economic shock and what the future of Ukraine might look like. Please submit your questions in advance to: [email protected]

Join The Economist’s journalists for an entertaining and informative discussion on the most promising technologies in the coming year. They will cover a range of developments—from the metaverse and mRNA therapies, to space travel and quantum computing. The panel will dispel the hype and examine the innovations that will most affect our lives. Please submit your questions in advance to: [email protected]

As defiant Ukrainians continue to fight Russian troops and oil prices soar, The Economist’s editor-in-chief, Zanny Minton Beddoes, will be joined by the deputy editor, defence editor, Russia editor and business editor for a live discussion about what the future holds for Ukraine, international security and the world economy. Please submit your questions in advance to: [email protected]

Join Malala Yousafzai, education campaigner, Nobel laureate and co-founder of Malala Fund, for a wide-ranging discussion to mark International Women’s Day. Speaking with The Economist’s editor-in-chief, Zanny Minton Beddoes, Malala will discuss girls’ education around the world, the unfolding crisis in Afghanistan and how to improve the lives of women and girls everywhere. Please submit your questions in advance to: [email protected]

As fighting across Ukraine escalates and Russia becomes increasingly isolated from the international community, The Economist’s editor-in-chief, Zanny Minton Beddoes, will be joined by the deputy editor, defence editor and Russia editor for a live discussion about what might happen next. Please submit your questions in advance to: [email protected]

As Russian aggression against Ukraine escalates, The Economist’s editor-in-chief, Zanny Minton Beddoes, will be joined by the defence editor and Russia editor for a live discussion about what might happen next, the implications for security in Europe—and the global repercussions. Please submit your questions in advance to: [email protected]

Join The Economist’s finance correspondents as they answer your questions live about what's happening in the crypto market. They will discuss the future of broader blockchain technologies and what regulation could mean for the world of decentralised finance. Is it all merely speculation or is it here to stay? Please submit your questions in advance to [email protected]

Sharpen your pencils ahead of this subscriber-exclusive event with KAL, The Economist’s editorial cartoonist. He will take viewers behind the scenes in his studio to discuss his method and show how his weekly cartoons take shape. Attendees will be treated to a short drawing workshop and have a chance to join KAL in learning to sketch famous politicians. KAL would welcome special requests for politicians, so please send your suggestions to [email protected]

After decades in retreat, the state is back in business. From growth in regulation --on competition policy, climate, worker rights and much else– to a renewed zeal for industrial policy, governments around the world are becoming bossier with regard to the private sector. Join our panel for an exploration of this new state interventionism and its potential consequences, for countries and companies, as well as workers and shareholders. This event is tied to Jan’s special report and there will be the opportunity to pose questions directly to our panel, please submit them in advance to [email protected] [email protected]