Governments and banks worked together closely to guarantee quick, dynamic support for the real economy during lockdowns. What lies ahead for this relationship? What will be the role of financial institutions, central banks and governments in the coming stages of the covid-19 ‘Next Normal’?

The covid-19 pandemic caused consumers’ use of non-cash payment methods to skyrocket, moving economies closer to being cashless. As banks, new players and authorities seek to stake out their roles in the new payments landscape, what are opportunities and challenges will they encounter? How can they ensure users (people and businesses) will benefit?

Policymakers, businesses and governments face the challenge of meeting pressing social and economic needs in the covid-19 pandemic without losing sight of climate change and sustainability. How can governments and businesses make sure the two go hand in hand to boost recovery and resilience?

One week before the US elections, panelists will be discussing the political outlook for the US and health of democracy. They will examine prospects for the transatlantic alliance, the role of the European Union and shifting relations with China.

The need for a response to covid-19 has redrawn the lines between businesses, the state, financial institutions and central banks. What will be their roles and responsibilities in the Next Normal? What will be the stable and fair path forward in a post-covid-19 digital era?