The author said discussions at the IMF Meetings had covered the opportunities and risks of AI. They described it as a potential driver of growth and opportunity, but warned that without appropriate safeguards its risks could outweigh its benefits. They called for action to ensure AI benefited everyone, everywhere.
The author argued that human longevity depended on planetary health, saying environmental changes disproportionately affected older people and that clean air, safe water, nutritious food and safe temperatures were essential for healthy ageing. They questioned the value of extending lifespans without protecting those conditions.
The author criticized those who were shocked by the accusation that the country was being governed by a mafia. He claimed that the Government forced the nuclear power plants it wanted to close to operate continuously during the electoral process to avoid another energy zero, despite knowing that certain tasks were necessary. (translated)