Risk Map 2025: Geopolitical Tensions Raise Security Risks in Fragmenting World – London Business News
The highly anticipated Risk Map 2025 has been unveiled by International SOS, the world’s leading security and health risk services company. This annual interactive map is a crucial tool for organisations navigating the ever-changing landscape of global security and health risks. With the world in a state of constant evolution, the Risk Map 2025 provides valuable insights into the impact of disruptive events such as conflict, infectious diseases, and extreme weather on security and medical risks.
Geopolitical Tensions and Security Risks
Sally Llewellyn, the Global Security Director at International SOS, highlighted the increasing complexity of our world reflected in the Risk Map. Notably, no country saw a decrease in security risk ratings this year. Geopolitical tensions have been a significant driver of changes in risk ratings, with countries like Sudan and Lebanon experiencing heightened risks due to escalating conflict impacting more population centers.
Changes in Risk Ratings
Countries such as Sudan, Lebanon, Israel, Iraq, and Myanmar have witnessed multiple risk rating reviews and expansions of high or extreme-risk zones in response to ongoing conflicts. Additionally, regions like New Caledonia have seen an increase in risk ratings due to factors like social unrest and economic decline.
Medical Risk Assessments
Dr. Katherine O’Reilly, the Regional Medical Director at International SOS, highlighted two notable changes in medical risk ratings – Bolivia moving from medium to high risk and Libya from extreme to high risk. These changes are based on factors like healthcare access, availability of medicines, and disease prevalence.
Insights and Predictions
In addition to the Risk Map 2025, International SOS also released its 2025 Risk Outlook report, shedding light on the mounting challenges facing organisational and workforce resilience in the coming year. The research reveals a Fragmenting World, with a majority of senior risk professionals anticipating increased risks, particularly from geopolitical challenges and issues like burnout and stress.
As organisations grapple with these evolving risks, leveraging data-driven tools and expert advice becomes essential to fulfill Duty of Care responsibilities and safeguard the workforce. The Risk Map 2025 serves as a critical resource for organisations to stay informed and prepared in a dynamic global landscape.
In a world where uncertainties abound, being proactive and vigilant in risk management is key to ensuring the safety and well-being of employees worldwide. Stay informed, stay prepared, and prioritize the security and health of your workforce in an increasingly complex world.