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Mossavar-Rahmani Center for Business and Government @harvardbizgov.bsky.social · May 29

Stay updated on the state of the American economy with this conversation courtesy of NPR with #MRCBG's @jasonfurman.bsky.social exploring the implications of the recent bond market selloff. 👇📈
www.npr.org/2025/05/22/n...

Jason Furman on the current state of the American economy

NPR's Michel Martin speaks with economist Jason Furman about the current state of the American economy as another bond market selloff triggers concerns.

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Mossavar-Rahmani Center for Business and Government @harvardbizgov.bsky.social · May 7

Different, yet similar! #MRCBG's Carmen Reinhart & co-authors write that high-yield US corporate bonds and emerging market sovereign #bonds share a striking resemblance, offering similar returns, risk patterns, and even #default frequency.
www.hks.harvard.edu/centers/cid/...
@harvardcid.bsky.social

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Mossavar-Rahmani Center for Business and Government @harvardbizgov.bsky.social · May 5

This event has been cancelled, stay tuned to our events feed on our website for updated information

Mossavar-Rahmani Center for Business and Government @harvardbizgov.bsky.social · May 1

Calling all #Harvard College graduating seniors! Share with us your innovative ideas on public policy issues at the intersection of #business and #government by applying for the Dunlop Prize. Deadline - 5/22 at noon.

Application link 👉
www.hks.harvard.edu/sites/defaul...

Mossavar-Rahmani Center for Business and Government @harvardbizgov.bsky.social · Apr 30

Via @harvardash.bsky.social @harvardkennedy.bsky.social
"Without.. intervention, #AI’s potential to manufacture consensus & manipulate societal systems will continue to pose an unprecedented challenge to global security & democratic institutions." says Shlomit Wagman
ash.harvard.edu/articles/wea...

Weaponized AI: A New Era of Threats and How We Can Counter It – Ash Center

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Mossavar-Rahmani Center for Business and Government @harvardbizgov.bsky.social · Apr 28

Come be a part of our Team!!

#MRCBG seeks a Sr. Program Coordinator to oversee our vibrant Fellowship programs including our Sr. Fellows Program, manage student grant programs, & support for key research initiatives. Apply or share it with a friend or colleague today!

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Mossavar-Rahmani Center for Business and Government @harvardbizgov.bsky.social · Apr 18

#MRCBG Dir. Lawrence H. Summers discusses, in this event courtesy of @piie.com W/ Olivier Blanchard & Adam Posen, the emerging #trade & #economic trends in the United States. Warning against the rising tide of protectionism, hypernationalism + penalizing adversaries.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=omI1...

Trump’s tariffs will harm the US and global economy, Lawrence H. Summers says

YouTube video by Peterson Institute for International Economics

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Mossavar-Rahmani Center for Business and Government @harvardbizgov.bsky.social · Apr 17

Eager for an up-close look at the intersection between business and global development? Come hear from social entrepreneur, #MRCBG Sr. Fellow Alum & President of the ONE Campaign, Ndidi Okonkwo-Nwuneli. In-person w/ HUID + Pizza or public Zoom Register here: hksexeced.tfaforms.net/f/registrati...

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Ben Waber @bwaber.bsky.social · Apr 17

First was an important talk by @michaelposner.bsky.social on the evolution of the business and human rights field at @harvardbizgov.bsky.social www.youtube.com/watch?v=cIQn... (2/3)

Business and Human Rights: Reflecting on the Past, Acting Now, Shaping Tomorrow

YouTube video by M-RCBG_Harvard

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Mossavar-Rahmani Center for Business and Government @harvardbizgov.bsky.social · Apr 11

In case you missed our latest CRI event featuring - Mindy Lubber, of Ceres, Veronica Nyhan Jones, World Bank Group & Simon Winter, of Sustainable Agriculture Foundations’ International Association on #business and #sustainability...

It is now up on our Youtube Channel.
bit.ly/3GiCL1R

Business & Sustainable Development: Advancing climate and just transition commitments

This hybrid seminar was given on Thursday, April 10, 2025 and was a panel discussion with: -Mindy Lubber, President and CEO, Ceres -Veronica Nyhan Jones, Global Head, Climate Capacity and Inclusion Accelerator, International Finance Corporation, World Bank Group -Simon Winter, Executive Director, Sustainable Agriculture Foundations’ International Association The session was moderated by John Haigh, Co-Director, M-RCBG, and Jane Nelson, Founding Director, Corporate Responsibility Initiative, HKS.

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Mossavar-Rahmani Center for Business and Government @harvardbizgov.bsky.social · Apr 9

Learn about business, human rights, & the future, including challenges, legislation & policy, in this #MRCBG event W/ NYU's Michael Posner moderated by @HarvardBizGov's John Haigh. In-person with book giveaway (HUID req.) or Zoom (Public) 4/16/25 at Noon. RSVP: www.hks.harvard.edu/events/busin...

Business and Human Rights: Reflecting on the Past, Acting Now, Shaping Tomorrow

In this hybrid seminar, Professor Michael Posner traces the evolution of the business and human rights field and illustrates how global companies have grappled with related challenges.

www.hks.harvard.edu

Mossavar-Rahmani Center for Business and Government @harvardbizgov.bsky.social · Apr 7

Now on Youtube, paper launch webinar, Lessons the #UK, #US & #EU should learn from "Bidenomics."
W/ - Ed Balls, #MRCBG Fellow, @kingscollegelondon.bsky.social Prof. & Fmr. UK Shadow Chancellor, Lawrence H. Summers, #MRCBG Dir., & Stephanie Flanders, @bloomberg.com
www.youtube.com/watch?v=dY6t...

What Should the US and the UK Learn From "Bidenomics"?

YouTube video by M-RCBG_Harvard

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Mossavar-Rahmani Center for Business and Government @harvardbizgov.bsky.social · Apr 2

"forcing the CBO & JCT to pretend that policies have no fiscal impact would allow Congress to make.. tax spending decisions with no arithmetic recognition of the cost. This would be the epitome of fiscal irresponsibility." Lawrence Summers & et. al. via @americanprogress.bsky.social
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Congress’ War on Math

Congress should be able to increase deficits if it wants to—but it should do so with honest, transparent, and consistent accounting.

www.americanprogress.org

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Mossavar-Rahmani Center for Business and Government @harvardbizgov.bsky.social · Apr 2

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Mossavar-Rahmani Center for Business and Government @harvardbizgov.bsky.social · Apr 2

Join #MRCBG Research Fellow & King's College's Ed Balls, #MRCBG Dir. Lawrence H. Summers & @bloomberg.com's Stephanie Flanders to discuss what the #US & #UK can learn from Biden's #economic policy + preview the new #MRCBG / King's College Paper. 4/7/25 2-3pm! RSVP -
harvard.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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Mossavar-Rahmani Center for Business and Government @harvardbizgov.bsky.social · Mar 31

Don't miss our upcoming event on the diverging capitalism of the US, EU and China. HUID in person req. / Public on Zoom.
Trade, Economic Growth... & More. Learn more here -
@harvardkennedy.bsky.social

Mossavar-Rahmani Center for Business and Government @harvardbizgov.bsky.social · Mar 24

Courtesy of @harvardkennedy.bsky.social, check out @jasonfurman.bsky.social in this Youtube short, talking about economics and the consequential factors that determine housing affordability
youtube.com/shorts/1CZc5...

The U.S Housing Crisis

YouTube video by Harvard Kennedy School

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Mossavar-Rahmani Center for Business and Government @harvardbizgov.bsky.social · Mar 24

Don't miss your opportunity to learn about the diverging capitalisms of the #US, #EU & #China, featuring #MRCBG Co-Director John Haigh, Fellow Paul Tucker, &
@harvardkennedy.bsky.social's Rana Mitter, moderated by #MRCBG Research Fellow Edoardo Campanella. RSVP - www.hks.harvard.edu/events/diver...

Diverging Capitalisms: The US, Europe and China

The US, Europe and China are striking a different balance between the state and the market, in the context of retrenching globalization. How can diverging capitalisms peacefully coexist?

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Mossavar-Rahmani Center for Business and Government @harvardbizgov.bsky.social · Mar 13

#MRCBG's Mark Fagan & Danielle Allen joined PolicyCast to talk about the potential benefits of implementing #AI in #government and public policy. Be sure to check it out courtesy of @harvardkennedy.bsky.social

www.hks.harvard.edu/faculty-rese...

AI can make governing better instead of worse. Yes, you heard that right.

Harvard Kennedy School faculty members Danielle Allen and Mark Fagan explain the guidelines, guardrails, and principles that can help governments get AI right. Regulated AI actually can help governmen...

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Mossavar-Rahmani Center for Business and Government @harvardbizgov.bsky.social · Mar 13

Don't miss any of our Sustainability Science Program's Capacity Building for Sustainable Development seminars, including our latest SSP seminar via this Youtube channel
www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

Capacity Building for Sustainable Development - YouTube

This seminar is part of a virtual bi-weekly series on Building Capacity for Sustainable Development. The series seeks to integrate insights from scholars and...

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Mossavar-Rahmani Center for Business and Government @harvardbizgov.bsky.social · Mar 13

#MRCBG's Director Lawrence H. Summers talks on CNN
about #tariffs, #economics, #trade, and much more.

Watch here -
cnn.com/2025/03/04/p...

& here on the possibility of #Recession + #monetarypolicy
cnn.com/2025/03/10/bus

Ex-secy Summers: Don’t see benefit of Trump tariff strategy | CNN Politics

Larry Summers joins The Lead

cnn.com

Mossavar-Rahmani Center for Business and Government @harvardbizgov.bsky.social · Mar 7

#MRCBG Sr. Fellow Paulo Carvao via Conversation talks about #AI, #technology, #regulation & the intricacies of building public private partnerships moving forward.

Read the full @us.theconversation.com article here -

theconversation.com/beyond-ai-re...

"Pursuing a public-private partnership approach to AI governance should enable policymakers and industry leaders to advance their goals while balancing innovation with transparency and responsibility." says #MRCBG Sr. Fellow Paulo Carvao via Conversation

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Mossavar-Rahmani Center for Business and Government @harvardbizgov.bsky.social · Mar 6

Learn all about the the impacts of the new UK Digital Markets, Competition, & Consumers Act on global #tech giants. Watch #MRCBG's Gene Kimmelman, an authority in digital regulation, as he discusses the impacts these laws can have on the regulatory landscape.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=UnT-...

UK Competition & Consumer Protection Law

YouTube video by M-RCBG_Harvard

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Mossavar-Rahmani Center for Business and Government @harvardbizgov.bsky.social · Mar 3

"If Mr. Trump were a true reformer, he would have presented specific budget goals, put seasoned technocrats in leading positions & focused on providing value-added technical innovation. Instead, he’s taking us on the Peronist path..." #MRCBG Sr. Fellow Greg Makoff
www.nytimes.com/2025/03/03/o...

Opinion | Trump’s Bad Plan to Make America Argentina Again

It was no surprise to Argentina watchers that Trump began his term by blocking cash flows and firing workers — exactly as Javier Milei’s government started doing a year ago.

www.nytimes.com

Mossavar-Rahmani Center for Business and Government @harvardbizgov.bsky.social · Feb 28

Clock's ticking! Senior Fellows applications deadline is just around the corner - March 3rd. Don't miss this incredible opportunity, finish and submit your applications today at www.hks.harvard.edu/centers/mrcb...

Senior Fellows Program Details and Application Information

The Senior Fellows Program at Harvard Kennedy School’s Mossavar-Rahmani Center for Business and Government brings experienced professionals together to tackle global business and government challenges...

www.hks.harvard.edu

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