Founder of World Economic Forum: “All Sectors Should Unite to Find Solutions.”
Klaus Schwab, founder of WEF, called on the global community to adopt a “constructive optimism”.
This was during his speech at the 55th annual meeting of World Economic Forum in Davos 2025.
He urged all sectors, including governments, businesses, civil society, and academia, to unite in finding solutions to common challenges.
Schwab added: “By embracing optimism and believing in collective capabilities to improve the world, the age of intelligence can become an era where everyone can fully realize their potential.
He highlighted the immense opportunities this transformation presents to overcome current challenges and usher in a new era of progress in knowledge, health, culture, and social well-being.
WEF President at Davos 2025: “The international system that prevailed over the past three decades has declined.”
Børge Brende, President of World Economic Forum, affirmed that the world is at a crucial turning point.
Noting that 2025 will be a year of significant outcomes.
Brende stated that the international system that prevailed over the past three decades has declined.
He added that we must find more effective ways to cooperate as it is the only way forward.
In Davos 2025 sessions and speeches, Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, outlined Europe’s plan to adapt to an era of intense geostrategic competition. Emphasizing the need to increase competitiveness, strengthen global partnerships, and commit to sustainable development.
She noted that Europe needs to change its pace of work to ensure its growth in the next quarter-century.
Adding that it must seek new opportunities wherever they may be and that Europe is ready for change.
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Asia and Africa
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz stressed the importance of renewing commitment to security and prosperity to address global challenges.
He added that partnerships are the driving force behind successful economic development.
Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang warned against fragmentation in the global economic system.
Emphasizing the importance of strengthening international cooperation in scientific and technological innovation to ensure equitable progress for all.
Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh affirmed his country’s commitment to developing research and development centers in the high-tech sector.
Strengthening Vietnam’s position as a regional center for manufacturing and technological development.
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa outlined his country’s goals for the G20 presidency in 2025.
Focusing on solidarity, equality, and sustainable development.
In essence, Davos 2025 meeting emphasized the need for global cooperation and innovation.
Besides renewed commitment to sustainability to address the challenges of the 21st century.
