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Jeffrey Sachs

The latest news and top stories on Jeffrey Sachs. Known for his expertise in sustainable development and global economic issues, he is a University Professor and Director of the Centre for Sustainable Development at Columbia University. He also serves as President of the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network and an SDG Advocate. Previously, he directed Columbia’s Earth Institute and advised three UN Secretaries-General. His work encompasses addressing debt crises, poverty eradication, global health challenges and climate change. Sachs is a bestselling author and has been recognised as one of the world’s most influential economists.

US President Donald Trump arrives in the Cross Hall of the White House on Wednesday before speaking on the Iran war. Photo: AP

My Take

My Take | America has always been a rogue state

The United States has spent trillions of dollars on foreign wars, thanks in large part to the largesse of countries around the world that are willing to fund its ever-ballooning debt.

7 Apr 2026 - 9:54AM

US-China relations

China, India and why Jeffrey Sachs says the US needs to make the UN great again

21 Mar 2026 - 9:00PMvideocam

SCMP Highlights

Open Questions | How Trump ‘stunned’ China; ‘Western hegemony is over’: 12 interviews from 2025

27 Dec 2025 - 3:00PM

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong must deepen Shenzhen ties to seize Apec summit opportunity: academic

Guangzhou-based think tank director Zheng Yongnian urges city government to be more proactive and link up with neighbouring powerhouse.

3 Nov 2025 - 10:40PM

The 2026 Apec summit will be held in Shenzhen. Photo: Eugene Lee

Diplomacy

Opinion | China is supporting multilateralism one institution at a time

With a new organisation to promote mediation, among other global bodies, China is signalling its enthusiasm to get more involved in world governance.

26 Oct 2025 - 9:30AMvideocam

SCMP

SCMP Plus exclusive: meet Jeffrey Sachs in person

The internationally renowned economist is set to be featured in an exclusive in-person event for SCMP Plus subscribers in Hong Kong.

23 Oct 2025 - 2:24PM

Hong Kong

Opinion | How Hong Kong can lean into its strengths to regain the world’s trust

The city is on the upswing, so the question now is whether it can translate that into structural trust that endures beyond politics.

1 Oct 2025 - 10:27AMvideocam

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing CEO Bonnie Chan and chairman Carlson Tong launch the HKEX Gong Tour, showcasing the actual gong used in listing ceremonies, on June 19. For the first time since 2019, Hong Kong holds the top spot in global IPO fundraising. Photo: Edmond So

US-India relations

Opinion | Why India would be strategically naive to count on the US’ favour

Just because the US needs partners to counterbalance China doesn’t mean it needs India. Nor is the US about to help another Asian power rise.

21 Sep 2025 - 5:30AMvideocam

China stock market

Goldman: DeepSeek and easing tensions fuel surge in foreign investment in China

China’s AI breakthroughs and de-escalation of geopolitical risks are behind a record foreign investor run on China’s onshore and offshore stock markets.

19 Sep 2025 - 10:48AM

SCMP Highlights

‘Western hegemony is over’; lessons from Ukraine war: SCMP daily highlights

From American economist Jeffrey Sachs on US sabre-rattling to China’s youth seeking job stability, here’s a round-up from today’s coverage.

4 Aug 2025 - 9:15PM

Despite their importance in modern warfare, drones are currently vulnerable to advanced air defences. Photo: Shutterstock

US-China relations

Open Questions | ‘Delusional’: Jeffrey Sachs on why Western hegemony has ended

American economist sees China as key to the global energy transition to zero-carbon energy, especially in markets outside US and Europe.

4 Aug 2025 - 11:00AMvideocam

Open Questions series

Open Questions | Jeffrey Sachs on dictatorial Trump, his gift to China, trade

Economist says US has ceded leadership on global development to China, and explains why Beijing shouldn’t expect return to normal on trade.

31 Jul 2025 - 12:01PMvideocam

Tourism

Opinion | Are we globalising ourselves out of community?

Globalisation is here to stay, but it doesn’t have to come at the expense of local identities, people's livelihoods and the environment.

27 Jul 2025 - 9:30AM