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China’s president, Xi Jinping, is consolidating power, with implications for the country and the world. Join our editor-in-chief, deputy editor and China correspondents as they discuss his rule and what may come next. How much power does he really wield? What is expected at the party congress this autumn? And what is life like in Mr Xi's China? We encourage you to submit questions in advance to help shape the discussion.

The world has changed dramatically in a short period of time, from geopolitics and the economy to energy and food security. To mark the six-month anniversary of the war in Ukraine, join our editor-in-chief, diplomatic editor, Russia editor and defence editor as they discuss the transformations. Is the UN still relevant? How might China take advantage of the situation? Can the West prevent escalation in Europe? What is the risk of a nuclear strike? To what degree are despotic leaders around the world emboldened by the war? We encourage you to submit questions in advance to help shape the discussion.

As consumer prices surge, join us for a live event where our economics journalists will discuss the outlook for the global economy, the future of inflation and what can be done to tackle rising energy and food costs.

With Boris Johnson on the way out as Britain’s prime minister, what happens next? Join our editor-in-chief and colleagues as they discuss the latest developments in Westminster. They will consider the country's chaotic political climate and the upcoming leadership contest, Mr Johnson’s legacy and the economic implications of his departure, as well as what this all means for Britain's place in the world.

As combat continues in the east of Ukraine, join our executive editor, deputy editor, defence editor and Russia editor for an update on the war. They will discuss the latest movements and battles (from missile strikes on civilians to Russia’s retreat from Snake Island), the strengthening of the NATO alliance and military aid to Ukraine, Vladimir Putin’s political strategy with Russia’s allies, the global food crisis and more.

Can the world dramatically scale up green energy to power the economy —and alleviate climate change? Can the tension between energy security and climate security be overcome? Join The Economist’s editors as they examine the technologies and incentives that may make this possible. They will discuss innovations around grid management, batteries, hydrogen production and cleaner natural-gas, along with the importance of harnessing older technologies to enable renewable energy sources. This event coincides with a 12-page Technology Quarterly report on "climate tech" in the June 25th edition.

As European leaders pledge to support Ukraine’s path towards EU membership, join our editors for an update on the ongoing war. They will discuss the latest developments on the battlefield, their hopes for the upcoming NATO summit in Madrid, and the question of how to respond to the war’s effects on the global economy, including higher energy prices and food shortages.

As the war enters its fourth month, Ukraine has bravely resisted Russia’s ongoing aggression—though at a huge cost. Join The Economist’s editor-in-chief, Zanny Minton Beddoes, and several editors for a live webinar. They will discuss the latest developments on the battlefield, the effects of sanctions on Russia, and the mountainous challenge of how to rebuild Ukraine.

Three months since Russia’s reckless and unprovoked invasion of its neighbour, the war continues to tear through Ukraine. Join The Economist’s editor-in-chief, Zanny Minton Beddoes, for a live update with the defence editor, diplomatic editor and Russia editor. They will examine the Russian army’s progress and blunders, the latest understanding of Vladimir Putin’s ambitions, the prospects of a peace settlement and the possible futures for Ukraine and Russia.