Threats, political repatriations and kidnap dominate the crisis management landscape, according to Willis

Group 1: Crisis Management Insights - 26% of incidents reported to Alert:24 were related to threats against individuals or client assets, with emergency political repatriations and kidnaps for ransom each accounting for 21% [1] - The report indicates a 21% reduction in client incident notifications in 2024 compared to the previous year, reflecting a sustained level of conflict and catastrophes in 2023 [6] - Africa accounted for 27% of total incidents reported, with Latin America increasing its share from 13% to 24%, particularly driven by incidents in Haiti [6] Group 2: Political and Social Trends - In 2024, nearly 80% of incumbents in leading democracies lost vote share, driven by poor economic performance and high inflation concerns [2] - Rising populism and socio-economic tensions are expected to drive continued violence and unrest in Europe, with terrorism threats remaining a significant concern [3] - The US faces potential civil unrest and political violence amid growing social tensions, while Asia-Pacific sees a rise in active assailant incidents [4] Group 3: Risk Management Strategies - Companies that effectively assess and manage political instability are likely to navigate the volatile risk environment more successfully [5] - The combination of relevant insights, risk identification, and proactive crisis management is crucial for organizations to ensure stability and resilience [5] - The ongoing threat of lone-wolf terrorism and organized crime in regions like Latin America highlights the need for robust risk mitigation strategies [6]