In a world marked by geopolitical fragmentation, technological disruption, and competing economic models, understanding global trends requires more than short-term analysis. Think tanks are playing an increasingly pivotal role in interpreting complexity, shaping public policy, and providing strategic foresight across regions and systems. This session brings together leaders from prominent global think tanks to assess the major forces shaping the international landscape — from economic security and technology competition to governance reform and regional power shifts. Drawing on diverse institutional models and geographic perspectives, the discussion will explore how think tanks translate research into influence, support evidence-based decision-making, and adapt to a more contested and multipolar world. The session will also examine whether global knowledge ecosystems are fragmenting — or re-globalising in new forms — and what this means for governments, businesses, and societies.