The World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2026 is set to take place in Davos-Klosters from 19 to 23 January. Leaders will address AI governance and prevent trade fragmentation. Focusing specifically on governing the rise of Artificial Intelligence, restoring trade resilience.

WEF 2026 at Davos: AI, trade, and resilience talks that could shape global governance

The World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2026 returns to Davos-Klosters, Switzerland, from 19 to 23 January. The summit brings together thousands of global leaders to address critical issues like AI governance, trade resilience, and geopolitical stability in a fractured world.

World Economic Forum 2026: What to expect, who’s coming and how to follow the summit

World leaders, CEOs, and policymakers are once again converging in Davos, Switzerland, for the world economic forum’s annual meeting. The 56th edition of the meeting will be held under the theme ‘a spirit of dialogue.’ but the challenges facing the global economy this time around are much more severe. Take a look at this next report for more.

 Davos 2026 Centres on 5 Global Economic Challenges

US President Donald Trump on Thursday (Jan 23) addressed the Davos summit virtually just days after moving into the White House following his inauguration. During his address at the World Economic Forum, President Trump said in his address that he would ask Saudi Arabia and OPEC to bring down the cost of oil, adding that lower oil prices could end the war in Ukraine immediately. Watch in for more details!

Davos 2025: Trump says, 'Will ask Saudi Arabia & OPEC to bring down cost of oil'

US President Donald Trump delivered virtual remarks to the World Economic Forum meeting in Davos. During his address, Trump tells business leaders that he wants to reverse inflation, and cut taxes. Watch this report for more details!

Davos Summit 2025: Trump vows to reverse inflation, cut taxes

US President Donald Trump delivered virtual remarks to the World Economic Forum meeting in Davos. During his address, Trump tells business leaders that he wants to reverse inflation, and cut taxes. Watch in!

US President Donald Trump speaks at World Economic Forum

Donald Trump delivers virtual address at World economic forum

US President Donald Trump will make an online appearance at the World Economic Forum in Davos, addressing global elites amid mixed reactions to his second term. Watch this report for more details!

US President Donald Trump to virtually address the World Economic Forum

US President Donald Trump to join World Economic Forum virtually

The World Economic Forum's annual meeting in Davos this year has gathered over 350 global leaders, including 60 heads of state and government. The focus is on pressing economic issues, technological advancements, and sustainability challenges. India has arrived with its largest-ever delegation, with multiple investments announced.

India's largest-ever delegation seeks investment in key sectors

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky took part in the World Economic Forum (WEF) at Davos. During his address at the event, Zelensky said that 'Europe must shape its history'.

'America's focus must shift to Europe', Says Zelensky at WEF

As the World Economic Forum (WEF) 2025 kicks off in Davos, Switzerland, all eyes are on former U.S. President Donald Trump, whose virtual address on January 23 is expected to steal the spotlight. However, India’s corporate presence at this year’s forum seems notably subdued, with key business leaders skipping the event. Watch to know more!

Donald Trump Overshadows World Economic Forum 2025, Top Business Leaders Give Davos A Miss

The covid pandemic, geopolitical tensions and disruptive technologies have changed the global economy. These changes seem to be irreversable, heralding the new economic normal. In the 'new normal', geopolitical fragmentation, elevated debt levels, & disruptive technologies like a-I will dictate the economy.

Davos 2024: Leaders bat for global structural reforms at Davos summit

The 54th edition of the World Economic Forum Summit at Davos came to an end on Friday. Over the last five days, global leaders, industry titans & thought leaders deliberated on 'rebuilding trust' amid rising uncertainties around the world.

Davos 2024: Key takeaways from World Economic Forum 2024

Day 4 discussions at the World Economic Forum in Davos unfolded against the backdrop of global challenges. The focus was on key themes of security, the future of artificial intelligence, advancing the energy transition, and the pivotal role of trade in driving economic growth.

Day 4 at Davos: AI governance takes center stage

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken was briefly stuck in Davos, Switzerland and had to switch planes after his aircraft suffered&nbsp;a “critical failure” due to an oxygen leak, said officials, on Wednesday (Jan 17). A separate plane was sent to bring Washington’s top diplomat and his aides back to the US.&nbsp;

<h2>What happened?</h2>

The incident occurred when Blinken was to leave the Swiss city after attending the World Economic Forum (WEF), where he attended a day and a half of meetings.&nbsp;

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America’s top diplomat had taken a helicopter from Davos to Zurich, where he boarded his plane. According to CNN, Blinken and his travelling party had boarded a Boeing 737 jet.&nbsp;

However, the US official, members of the press travelling with him and his aides were forced to deplane after the leak was detected.&nbsp;

A smaller plane was sent to fetch Blinken, while members of the press and his aides were told to make arrangements to fly back to Washington commercially.

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Since the delay occurred at the end of his trip, the itinerary or any of his other engagements were not affected, State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller told reporters on Wednesday.

“There was a mechanical issue with his plane,” said Miller. He added, “The Air Force has a replacement plane inbound. We expect to be back still tonight but several hours later than originally planned.”&nbsp;

<h2>Alaska mid-air blowout</h2>

The issue with Blinken’s plane comes at a bad time for Boeing whose once-stellar reputation has taken a massive hit after an Alaska Airlines flight’s window and a chunk of fuselage blew out mid-air. The incident involved a Boeing 737 Max 9.&nbsp;

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Since then the company’s CEO has admitted that it was their <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/boeing-ceo-accepts-mistake-in-near-catastrophic-alaska-airlines-mishap-vows-complete-transparency-678416">mistake</a> and took responsibility for a near-catastrophic mid-air blowout. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has now grounded all 737 Max 9 planes in the US.&nbsp;

Notably, the Boeing aircraft that Alaska Airlines was using is a newer version of the 737 than the one that Blinken was set to fly on.&nbsp; 
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(With inputs from agencies)

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken was briefly stuck in Davos, Switzerland and had to switch planes after his aircraft suffered a “critical failure” due to an oxygen leak, said officials, on Wednesday (Jan 17).

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken was briefly stuck in Davos, Switzerland and had to switch planes after his aircraft suffered a “critical failure” due to an oxygen leak, said officials, on Wednesday (Jan 17). A separate plane was sent to bring Washington’s top diplomat and his aides back to the US. What happened? The incident occurred when Blinken was to leave the Swiss city after attending the World Economic Forum (WEF), where he attended a day and a half of meetings. WATCH | Decoding the hypocrisy of global elite at Davos America’s top diplomat had taken a helicopter from Davos to Zurich, where he boarded his plane. According to CNN, Blinken and his travelling party had boarded a Boeing 737 jet. However, the US official, members of the press travelling with him and his aides were forced to deplane after the leak was detected. A smaller plane was sent to fetch Blinken, while members of the press and his aides were told to make arrangements to fly back to Washington commercially. ALSO READ | Blinken says US sees India as ‘extraordinary success story’, praises Modi govt Since the delay occurred at the end of his trip, the itinerary or any of his other engagements were not affected, State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller told reporters on Wednesday. “There was a mechanical issue with his plane,” said Miller. He added, “The Air Force has a replacement plane inbound. We expect to be back still tonight but several hours later than originally planned.” Alaska mid-air blowout The issue with Blinken’s plane comes at a bad time for Boeing whose once-stellar reputation has taken a massive hit after an Alaska Airlines flight’s window and a chunk of fuselage blew out mid-air. The incident involved a Boeing 737 Max 9. ALSO READ | ‘We don’t think it’s a battle’: Indian IT minister about US-China chip war at Davos Since then the company’s CEO has admitted that it was their mistake and took responsibility for a near-catastrophic mid-air blowout. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has now grounded all 737 Max 9 planes in the US. Notably, the Boeing aircraft that Alaska Airlines was using is a newer version of the 737 than the one that Blinken was set to fly on. (With inputs from agencies)

Top US diplomat Antony Blinken briefly stuck in Davos after plane faces ‘critical failure’

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Wednesday (Jan 17) said that the "remarkable achievements" of the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his government have benefited the relations of many ally countries as he weighed in on India as an "extraordinary success story".&nbsp;

While speaking at the World Economic Forum (WEF), Blinken highlighted that the relations between India and the United States have been established to a new level, and added that conversation between both nations always underscores the significance of democracy and human rights.&nbsp;

"We see an extraordinary success story and we see the remarkable achievements that Prime Minister Modi has achieved moving forward under his watch that have materially benefited and positively affected so many of the allies," he said.&nbsp;

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Blinken was asked whether or not the rise of Hindu nationalism in India concerns the US, despite the country's strong economic growth and infrastructure development under the Modi government.&nbsp;

"We also see our relationship between our countries that is in a new place at a new level. That's been a very deliberate effort by both the Prime Minister and President Biden," he added.&nbsp;

"At the same time, a constant and regular part of our conversation is the conversation about democracy and about human rights," Blinken said.&nbsp;

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Blinken said that when Biden took office, he wanted to make sure that the US put back into our foreign policy, including fundamental concerns about democracy, and human rights.&nbsp;

"Because of the nature of the relationship, we have with the country, with the government, it's part of very sustain, very real conversation and the conversation that we have off course produces positive change," he added.&nbsp;

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<h2>Blinken on Israel-Hamas war&nbsp;</h2>

While talking about the West Asian crisis, Blinken called on Israel to help the Palestinian Authority, saying that Israel's long-term security was at stake.&nbsp;

He renewed his call for a "pathway to a Palestinian state" despite the fact that Washington backs Israel's Gaza campaign launched in response to the October 7 Hamas attack.&nbsp;

"You're not going to get the genuine security you need absent that. And, of course, to that end as well, a stronger, reformed Palestinian Authority that can more effectively deliver for its own people has to be part of the equation," Blinken said.&nbsp;

<h2>Blinken flight delayed by 'critical failure'&nbsp;</h2>

Meanwhile, Blinken was forced to delay his return Wednesday from Switzerland due to aeroplane trouble. He was unable to leave Zurich due to what a US official called a "critical failure" of the aeroplane due to an oxygen leak.&nbsp;

A separate plane was sent to retrieve Blinken, who had flown from Davos to Zurich by helicopter, with aides returning to Washington by commercial flight.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Wednesday (Jan 17) said that the "remarkable achievements" of the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his government have benefited the relations of many ally countries as he weighed in on India as an "extraordinary success story".

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Wednesday (Jan 17) said that the "remarkable achievements" of the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his government have benefited the relations of many ally countries as he weighed in on India as an "extraordinary success story". While speaking at the World Economic Forum (WEF), Blinken highlighted that the relations between India and the United States have been established to a new level, and added that conversation between both nations always underscores the significance of democracy and human rights. "We see an extraordinary success story and we see the remarkable achievements that Prime Minister Modi has achieved moving forward under his watch that have materially benefited and positively affected so many of the allies," he said. Also read: Exclusive: Pakistan calls airspace violation by Iran ‘sad incident’, says ‘have taken measures’ Blinken was asked whether or not the rise of Hindu nationalism in India concerns the US, despite the country's strong economic growth and infrastructure development under the Modi government. "We also see our relationship between our countries that is in a new place at a new level. That's been a very deliberate effort by both the Prime Minister and President Biden," he added. "At the same time, a constant and regular part of our conversation is the conversation about democracy and about human rights," Blinken said. Also read: Red Sea tensions: How Yemen’s Houthis became America’s ‘terrorists’ once again Blinken said that when Biden took office, he wanted to make sure that the US put back into our foreign policy, including fundamental concerns about democracy, and human rights. "Because of the nature of the relationship, we have with the country, with the government, it's part of very sustain, very real conversation and the conversation that we have off course produces positive change," he added. Watch: Israel military says it targeted head of a terrorist cell × Blinken on Israel-Hamas war While talking about the West Asian crisis, Blinken called on Israel to help the Palestinian Authority, saying that Israel's long-term security was at stake. He renewed his call for a "pathway to a Palestinian state" despite the fact that Washington backs Israel's Gaza campaign launched in response to the October 7 Hamas attack. "You're not going to get the genuine security you need absent that. And, of course, to that end as well, a stronger, reformed Palestinian Authority that can more effectively deliver for its own people has to be part of the equation," Blinken said. Blinken flight delayed by 'critical failure' Meanwhile, Blinken was forced to delay his return Wednesday from Switzerland due to aeroplane trouble. He was unable to leave Zurich due to what a US official called a "critical failure" of the aeroplane due to an oxygen leak. A separate plane was sent to retrieve Blinken, who had flown from Davos to Zurich by helicopter, with aides returning to Washington by commercial flight. (With inputs from agencies)

Blinken says US sees India as ‘extraordinary success story’, praises Modi govt

"Tax the rich" remained one of the most popular slogans in recent years to bridge the gap between the rich and poor, as over the years, people have shown frustration over very wealthy people and corporations not paying their fair share of taxes.&nbsp;

The same call was made on Wednesday (Jan 17) at the annual World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland as more than 250 billionaires and millionaires demanded an introduction of wealth taxes to be paid for better public services worldwide.&nbsp;

In an open letter to world leaders, the wealthy people said: "We are surprised that you have failed to answer a simple question that we have been asking for three years: when will you tax extreme wealth?"&nbsp;

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"Our request is simple: we ask you to tax us, the very richest in society," added the letter, whose title is "Proud To Pay More".&nbsp;

"This will not fundamentally alter our standard of living, nor deprive our children, nor harm our nation’s economic growth. But it will turn extreme and unproductive private wealth into an investment for our common democratic future," it further read.&nbsp;

Those who signed the letter include, screenwriter Simon Pegg, Disney heir Abigail Disney, and Valerie Rockefeller, who is an heir to the famed US family.&nbsp;

As quoted by CNBC, Succession TV series star Brian Cox, who is also a signatory, said: "Billionaires are wielding their extreme wealth to accumulate political power and influence, simultaneously undermining democracy and the global economy."&nbsp;

"It's long past time to act. If our elected officials refuse to address this concentration of money and power, the consequences will be dire," said the actor, who played fictional billionaire Logan Roy in Succession.&nbsp;

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<h2>Oxfam report on the world's five richest men&nbsp;</h2>

The calls for "tax the rich" come a few days after the charity Oxfam revealed that the world's wealthiest five men have more than doubled their fortune since 2020. It urged the nations to resist the ultra-rich's influence over tax policy.&nbsp;

A report, published at the World Economic Forum in Davos this week, said their wealth rose from $405 billion in 2020 to $869 billion last year.&nbsp;

Oxfam said that yet since 2020, nearly five billion people worldwide have grown poorer.&nbsp;

Billionaires are today $3.3 trillion richer than they were in 2020, despite many crises devastating the world's economy since this decade began, including the Covid pandemic.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

"Tax the rich" remained one of the most popular slogans in recent years to bridge the gap between the rich and poor, as over the years, people have shown frustration over very wealthy people and corporations not paying their fair share of taxes.

"Tax the rich" remained one of the most popular slogans in recent years to bridge the gap between the rich and poor, as over the years, people have shown frustration over very wealthy people and corporations not paying their fair share of taxes. The same call was made on Wednesday (Jan 17) at the annual World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland as more than 250 billionaires and millionaires demanded an introduction of wealth taxes to be paid for better public services worldwide. In an open letter to world leaders, the wealthy people said: "We are surprised that you have failed to answer a simple question that we have been asking for three years: when will you tax extreme wealth?" Also read: Blinken says US sees India as ‘extraordinary success story’, praises Modi govt "Our request is simple: we ask you to tax us, the very richest in society," added the letter, whose title is "Proud To Pay More". "This will not fundamentally alter our standard of living, nor deprive our children, nor harm our nation’s economic growth. But it will turn extreme and unproductive private wealth into an investment for our common democratic future," it further read. Those who signed the letter include, screenwriter Simon Pegg, Disney heir Abigail Disney, and Valerie Rockefeller, who is an heir to the famed US family. As quoted by CNBC, Succession TV series star Brian Cox, who is also a signatory, said: "Billionaires are wielding their extreme wealth to accumulate political power and influence, simultaneously undermining democracy and the global economy." "It's long past time to act. If our elected officials refuse to address this concentration of money and power, the consequences will be dire," said the actor, who played fictional billionaire Logan Roy in Succession. Watch: Blinken praises India at World Economic Forum × Also read: Exclusive: Pakistan calls airspace violation by Iran ‘sad incident’, says ‘have taken measures’ Oxfam report on the world's five richest men The calls for "tax the rich" come a few days after the charity Oxfam revealed that the world's wealthiest five men have more than doubled their fortune since 2020. It urged the nations to resist the ultra-rich's influence over tax policy. A report, published at the World Economic Forum in Davos this week, said their wealth rose from $405 billion in 2020 to $869 billion last year. Oxfam said that yet since 2020, nearly five billion people worldwide have grown poorer. Billionaires are today $3.3 trillion richer than they were in 2020, despite many crises devastating the world's economy since this decade began, including the Covid pandemic. (With inputs from agencies)

Calls for 'tax the rich' echo again at World Economic Forum: 'When will you tax extreme wealth?'

The World Economic Forum (WEF) 2024 began on Monday (Jan 15) in Davos, Switzerland. World leaders at the forum are set to discuss Disease X - a mysterious name for an illness caused by a currently unknown, yet serious microbial threat.

The World Economic Forum (WEF) 2024 began on Monday (Jan 15) in Davos, Switzerland. World leaders at the forum are set to discuss Disease X - a mysterious name for an illness caused by a currently unknown, yet serious microbial threat. A panel of the World Health Organization (WHO) will join other health officials to discuss the health threat at the WEF on Wednesday, a report by Forbes said. The mention of this illness has sparked a massive war of words on social media, with some users slamming the plans surrounding the hypothetical situation. What is Disease X? It is an illness caused by a currently unknown, yet serious microbial threat. The WHO added Disease X in 2017 to a list of pathogens deemed a top priority for research alongside Ebola and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS). Also read: 'Disease X' likely to prove 20 times deadlier compared to COVID-19, hints expert Covid is an example of Disease X. According to a report by Bloomberg on Monday, the vast reservoir of viruses circulating in wildlife is seen as a likely source of more such diseases due to their potential to spill over and infect other species, including humans. The significance of Disease X The WHO has said that the reason to study Disease X is to enable cross-cutting R&D (research and development) preparedness that is also relevant for an unknown disease. The global humanitarian crisis sparked by Ebola, Covid, and other diseases has been a wake-up call. The Ebola epidemic killed thousands of people globally. Bloomberg reported that despite decades of research, there were no products ready to deploy in time to save these lives. In response, the WHO created an R&D Blueprint to accelerate the development of a range of tools for “priority diseases". Which are the priority pathogens right now? The current list of priority diseases by the WHO includes - Covid, Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever, Ebola virus disease and Marburg virus disease, Lassa fever, Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS) and SARS, Nipah and henipaviral diseases, Rift Valley fever, Zika and Disease X. (With inputs from agencies)

What is Disease X? A health threat up for discussion at World Economic Forum

As global leaders gather in Davos for the World Economic Forum's annual meeting, a recent survey by Edelman underscores widespread public distrust in the management and regulation of new technologies by businesses and governments. <o:p></o:p>

Released under the theme "Rebuilding Trust," the survey reveals that 39 per cent of respondents lack confidence in how innovations are introduced and regulated, with only 22 per cent expressing satisfaction. <o:p></o:p>

Notably, the United States emerges as a hotspot of scepticism, with 56 per cent of respondents believing that innovation is poorly managed, reflecting a notable divide.<o:p></o:p>

Despite the pervasive mistrust, the survey points to a paradox where businesses are regarded as the most trusted entities to integrate innovation into society, surpassing non-governmental organisations, government bodies, and the media. <o:p></o:p>

The survey, conducted in 28 countries with 32,000 participants, suggests that while the public is wary of how innovations are managed, there remains a level of trust in businesses to responsibly incorporate technological advancements.<o:p></o:p>

The report highlights instances of pushback against technology, citing Beijing's reversal of COVID vaccine mandates in response to online resistance, US Republican opposition to electric vehicles, and Hollywood writers' resistance to the use of artificial intelligence in scriptwriting. <o:p></o:p>

It suggests that resistance to innovation is often politically charged, with higher levels of opposition observed among right-leaning individuals, particularly in the United States, Australia, Germany, and Canada. <o:p></o:p>

Edelman's CEO, Richard Edelman, emphasises the need for businesses to pay attention to public acceptance as much as research and development. <o:p></o:p>

Acknowledging that innovation should be a growth enabler, he underscores that its potential might be hindered if businesses neglect the importance of gaining public trust. <o:p></o:p>

The findings serve as a call for a more holistic approach, emphasising not only technological advancements but also the communication and societal integration of these innovations. <o:p></o:p>

In addition to the global perspective, the Trust Barometer in the survey points out that Britain finds itself at the bottom of the trust scale, scoring 39 per cent. <o:p></o:p>

This metric, which provides an average percent trust in NGOs, business, government, and media, indicates a notable lack of trust in various institutions in the United Kingdom.<o:p></o:p>

(With inputs from Reuters)<o:p></o:p>

As global leaders gather in Davos for the World Economic Forum's annual meeting, a recent survey by Edelman underscores widespread public distrust in the management and regulation of new technologies by businesses and governments.

As global leaders gather in Davos for the World Economic Forum's annual meeting, a recent survey by Edelman underscores widespread public distrust in the management and regulation of new technologies by businesses and governments. Released under the theme "Rebuilding Trust," the survey reveals that 39 per cent of respondents lack confidence in how innovations are introduced and regulated, with only 22 per cent expressing satisfaction. Notably, the United States emerges as a hotspot of scepticism, with 56 per cent of respondents believing that innovation is poorly managed, reflecting a notable divide. Despite the pervasive mistrust, the survey points to a paradox where businesses are regarded as the most trusted entities to integrate innovation into society, surpassing non-governmental organisations, government bodies, and the media. The survey, conducted in 28 countries with 32,000 participants, suggests that while the public is wary of how innovations are managed, there remains a level of trust in businesses to responsibly incorporate technological advancements. The report highlights instances of pushback against technology, citing Beijing's reversal of COVID vaccine mandates in response to online resistance, US Republican opposition to electric vehicles, and Hollywood writers' resistance to the use of artificial intelligence in scriptwriting. It suggests that resistance to innovation is often politically charged, with higher levels of opposition observed among right-leaning individuals, particularly in the United States, Australia, Germany, and Canada. Edelman's CEO, Richard Edelman, emphasises the need for businesses to pay attention to public acceptance as much as research and development. Acknowledging that innovation should be a growth enabler, he underscores that its potential might be hindered if businesses neglect the importance of gaining public trust. The findings serve as a call for a more holistic approach, emphasising not only technological advancements but also the communication and societal integration of these innovations. In addition to the global perspective, the Trust Barometer in the survey points out that Britain finds itself at the bottom of the trust scale, scoring 39 per cent. This metric, which provides an average percent trust in NGOs, business, government, and media, indicates a notable lack of trust in various institutions in the United Kingdom. (With inputs from Reuters)

US leads global public distrust in innovation, survey unveils concerns ahead of Davos Summit

Political and business leaders have gathered at Davos, Switzerland, for the annual World Economic Forum. Here, they will discuss the global economy's myriad challenges, such as poverty and climate change, but a recent report by Oxfam exposes the hypocrisy of the global elite. It exposes how while workers worldwide face wage cuts, the rich profited from their pain.

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The global elite gather at davos for the World Economic Forum (WEF) against the most complex backdrop so far. This year, they will deliberate on issues like a challenging global economic picture amid wars in West Asia and Ukraine. But is the summit losing relevance as the world turns more & more uncertain? Look at this report to find out…

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