Inter-State Conflict: The Biggest Global Risk in 2025

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Adi Ahdiat 20/01/2025 13:20 WIB

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According to a WEF survey, inter-state conflict is the top global risk facing society in 2025, followed by extreme weather events.

15 Most Risky Global Crisis Triggers According to the WEF Survey (2025)

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15 Most Risky Global Crisis Triggers According to the WEF Survey (2025)

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Many people consider interstate armed conflict to be the main risk facing global society this year.

This is recorded in *The Global Risks Report 2025*, released by the World Economic Forum (WEF).

The WEF defines "global risk" as an event that could disrupt economic growth, population, and natural resources on a global scale.

They then conducted a risk perception survey involving approximately 1,000 experts from academia, business, government, international organizations, and civil society communities worldwide.

The results show that the majority, or 23%, of respondents considered interstate armed conflict to be the most risky event likely to trigger a global crisis in 2025.

"Amidst the rising number of armed conflicts over the past decade, national security considerations are beginning to dominate government agendas," the WEF stated in its report.

Other risks perceived as looming over global society in 2025 include extreme weather, geopolitical confrontations or trade wars, the spread of misinformation and disinformation, and social polarization or division. Details can be seen in the graph above.

"Over the past year, we have witnessed the expansion and escalation of conflicts, numerous extreme weather events exacerbated by climate change, widespread social and political polarization, and technological advancements that accelerate the spread of false or misleading information," the WEF stated in its report.

"We appear to be living through one of the most fragmented periods since the Cold War, and this is reflected in the results of our survey," they said.

Editor : Adi Ahdiat

"Disclosure: This is an AI-generated translation of the original article. We strive for accuracy, but please note that automated translations may contain errors or slight inconsistencies."