Digital: WEF Managing Director Saadia Zahidi on Equality Jan 21, 2020

The video discusses the worsening global inequality and the need for governments to address the challenges posed by rapid technological change. It highlights the importance of social mobility and identifies key factors such as healthcare, education, fair wages, and social protection systems. The video also examines global rankings, with Denmark leading and countries like Brazil and India lagging. It emphasizes the roles of both governments and private sectors in tackling inequality, especially in emerging economies, to ensure sustainable growth and social mobility.

What is one of the major threats to global growth according to the introduction?

• Lack of education

• Technological advancements

• Climate change

• Economically motivated social protests

Which country ranks number one in social mobility according to the report?

• Brazil

• Denmark

• India

• United States

What is considered a non-negotiable element in today's economy for social mobility?

• Higher taxes

• Primary education

• Increased social protests

• Lifelong learning mechanisms

What is a key factor for achieving a dynamic economy according to the discussion on government roles?

• Higher education fees

• More social protests

• Industry transition

• Increased taxation

What is essential for people to have in order to achieve other objectives like a greener economy?

• Increased protests

• More taxes

• Higher wages

• A sense of optimism

What is a significant role that businesses can play in enhancing social mobility?

• Reducing employee benefits

• Increasing product prices

• Focusing solely on profits

• Providing lifelong learning opportunities

Which emerging economy is ranked at number 76 in terms of social mobility?

• India

• China

• Brazil

• South Africa