What to know about this week's annual World Economic Forum meeting in Davos

January 19, 2026

TL;DR

Nearly 3,000 high-level participants are attending the World Economic Forum's annual meeting in Davos.
The forum, founded in 1971, covers diverse issues such as economic disparity, climate change, technology, and global cooperation.
This year's theme is "A Spirit of Dialogue," with over 200 sessions planned.
Oxfam released a report coinciding with the forum, highlighting a surge in billionaire wealth and persistent global food insecurity.
Attendees include nearly 400 top political leaders, numerous heads of state, and executives from leading companies.
Key political figures attending include U.S. President Donald Trump, French President Emmanuel Macron, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Prominent tech leaders like Jensen Huang of Nvidia and Satya Nadella of Microsoft are also present.
Major topics of discussion include the geopolitical landscape and the promise and perils of Artificial Intelligence (AI).

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