At Davos, Global Leaders Gather to Ponder the Future of a Messy World
The New York Times • • world
Key Points:
- The 56th annual World Economic Forum is taking place in Davos, Switzerland, with global leaders, corporate executives, and civil society figures discussing critical issues like war, economics, and artificial intelligence.
- President Trump is a focal point at the event, attending with a large delegation including Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff.
- Key topics include Russia’s war with Ukraine, global trade prospects, the risk of a Chinese invasion of Taiwan, and potential Middle East conflicts spurred by unrest in Iran.
- Analysts and former officials suggest that much of the global outlook depends on President Trump’s next moves, with some skepticism about the likelihood of major U.S. military actions.
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