World Economic Forum (WEF)

The WEF was established in 1971 by Klaus Schwab.

  • It is headquartered in Cologny (near Geneva), Switzerland.
  • It is an international non-governmental organisation (not a UN body) that brings together political leaders, business leaders, and experts.
  • It is known for its annual Davos Summit, which discusses global economic challenges and policy directions.
  • The Davos Summit (2025–26) focused on themes like Artificial Intelligence governance, global economic fragmentation, and climate risks.
  • The Global Risks Report highlighted concerns over geopolitical tensions, misinformation, and economic slowdown. ....
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