Geopolitical tensions and rising conflicts have caused global cooperation to stall after a period of growth, according to a report from the World Economic Forum. The report found that cooperation was increasing positively over a decade but stagnated over the past three years due to geopolitical instability. However, collaboration has continued in various other areas including vaccine distribution, scientific research, and renewable energy development. The report also highlighted the rise in global security issues and record levels of humanitarian crises due to the inability of multilateral institutions to prevent and resolve conflicts. The WEF urged the international community to unify and address mounting geopolitical tensions and competition.