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LONDON – Welcome to CNBC’s live blog, covering all the latest news, views and action from the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.
At the 55th annual gathering, heads of state, politicians and business tycoons gathered in the snowy Alpine resort for four days of debate and discussion on the world’s most pressing challenges and opportunities.
The five main goals this year are: reimagining growth, industries in the smart era, investing in talent, and maintaining and rebuilding trust. The World Economic Forum said the gathering showed “the urgent need for dialogue in an era of increasing uncertainty”.
On January 19, 2025, the logo of the World Economic Forum (WEF) appeared in the conference center before the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.
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While some leaders skip Davos – Leaders of China, India and some key European leaders are absent this year — On Thursday, newly inaugurated President Donald Trump will address attendees via video link at the forum.
In addition, Chinese Vice Prime Minister Ding Xuexiang, Ukrainian President Zelensky, Argentine Prime Minister Javier Mire and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa will all give speeches in Davos this week.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will also attend, as well as leaders from the International Monetary Fund, NATO, the United Nations, the World Health Organization and the World Trade Organization.
