G7 leaders claim to be ready to face the realities of globalisation.

But are they really, or is it all just 'ritualistic display'? For Gillian Tett, however, either one would be a relatively positive sign. In this short but insightful piece, she analyses the content of the memo that circulated in Cornwall during the summit and explains why it deserves everyone's sharp attention.

Sharon Bott

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