companies are looking to adjust their supply chains, mainly due to disruptions linked to Russia and China. They are additionally shifting more of their operations and investments towards the US market to create a more balanced global presence. For instance, Volkswagen announced that it will invest $7 billion in new investments in the US by 2027,7 while US tech companies are expanding in Europe to diversify and strengthen their presence. From funding the energy transition and deploying new technologies to revamping supply chains for greater agility and resilience, companies are investing heavily in addressing today’s pressing challenges. Collectively, these efforts translate into a substantial rise in capital expenditures, as companies strive to future-proof their operations and build long-term stability in the face of mounting uncertainties. Over the period 2003 to 2023, the ratio of capital expenditure to earning before interests and taxes (normalized and adjusted for inflation) for public companies in majorly disrupted industries (especially technology and energy) grew significantly – between 3-12% compound annual growth rate. Resilience is mostly about adaptation rather than risk mitigation. Ambroise Fayolle, Vice-President, European Investment Bank (EIB) Public-sector support has been vital for maximizing the impact of private-sector investments in future- proofing key sectors. Strategic government actions, including policy frameworks, subsidies and investment in critical infrastructure, create the necessary conditions for private capital to flow and thrive. This support accelerates the adoption of sustainable innovations, maximizing the long-term impact of private-sector initiatives and driving systemic transformation across industries. Here are a few examples from stakeholders closely engaged in the Resilience Consortium’s work: –Egypt is taking significant steps to future-proof its economy through the ambitious Nexus of Water, Food, and Energy (NWFE) programme, designed to strengthen the country’s resilience against climate impacts while promoting sustainable growth. Via an innovative financing scheme that blends public, private and international capital, Egypt has successfully unlocked $14.7 billion in funds allocated to projects. This sum is expected to be allocated in projects focused on renewable energy, sustainable agriculture and efficient water management.8 –Saudi Arabia aims to reach net zero by 2060.9 This ambition is supported by significant energy transition investments. One target put forward is to generate 50% of the country’s energy supply from renewable sources by 2030. Additionally, clean energy is expected to receive $235 billion in public funding to help boost the transition already initiated by the private sector.10 –Nigeria is cultivating resilient, diversified and inclusive agriculture-based livelihoods by improving governance for disaster risk management, adopting data-driven agricultural interventions and promoting sustainable, climate-smart farming practices. These efforts aim to address food insecurity, enhance productivity and protect vulnerable populations from recurrent shocks like conflict and climate change. The strategy relies on local capacity building, early warning systems and inclusive support to ensure that agricultural communities can better withstand future disruptions and grow sustainably.11 7 Resilience Pulse Check: Harnessing Collaboration to Navigate a Volatile World

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