As geopolitical tensions escalate – particularly in the Middle East -employers across the world are facing new pressures that directly affect their people, operations and long‑term workforce planning. Instability is spreading across borders, creating fresh uncertainties and forcing organisations to adapt at speed.
This series explores how these developments are reshaping employment. It looks at the practical implications for workplace safety, employee mobility, operational continuity and crisis workforce planning. It also offers clear, actionable measures that organisations can take to navigate instability, support their employees and strengthen resilience in the face of ongoing challenges.
Middle East
11.03.2026
4 ’
Employer obligations in Gulf crisis
The escalation of hostilities between Iran and the US-Israeli coalition, and its direct impact on the Gulf region’s airspace and infrastructure since late February 2026, has placed workforce management at the top of the agenda for every business operating in the region.
Germany
04.09.2025
5 ’
Rearming German industry: restructuring in times of war
As Germany ramps up its defence spending, the federal government and businesses are exploring whether military production can offer a lifeline for struggling sites. This article examines how re-militarisation is reshaping restructuring in Germany.
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