Global Turning Points

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Transformative global trends are reshaping society, with urbanization outpacing rural living and obesity surpassing hunger for the first time. The book explores the imminent demographic shifts, predicting India will lead in population, China in production, and the U.S. in per capita wealth. It highlights critical challenges, such as food and water shortages, while introducing four new chapters that delve into the global middle class's rise, technology's impact, institutional roles, and financial system challenges, offering a comprehensive overview of twenty-first-century issues.