The World Economic Forum, colloquially called "Davos" after the location at which it's hosted in the Swiss mountains, is a yearly meeting of elites.

He offers threats to Putin, flexibility for Xi and even an olive branch for Iran.

U.S. President Donald Trump drew pockets of laughter and a few moans with his blunt comments to an international audience while appearing by video link at the World Economic Forum meeting in Davos, Sw

European Commission President Ursula Von der Leyen plans to visit India to strengthen strategic partnership amid global trade tensions.

Leading business and political figures attending the World Economic Forum meeting in Davos, Switzerland, have discussed and debated topics such as technology, tariffs, climate change, Ukraine, Gaza an

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Billionaire's wealth has grown faster last year, and now the world can expect at least 5 trillionaires within a decade, even as the number of people in poverty has barely budged since 1990.

During the Forum, the Governor met with many leading economists from around the world, including central bank governors, senior international investment bank officials, and senior officials in the global payments industry. The Governor was also interviewed by international media networks Bloomberg and CNBC. (ANI/TPS)

The world's political and business leaders have converged on the Swiss resort town of Davos to discuss global challenges. Leaders from China, Ukraine and Germany are taking the stage on day one. Follow DW for more.

Global leaders have urged cooperation to prevent trade tensions and protectionism at the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting, which began on Monday. #GLOBALink

President Trump virtually addressed the audience at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. He said companies would have to pay a tariff if they don’t make their product in the U.S.

The World Economic Forum’s annual gathering of elites in Davos has ended with many business leaders, world-class academics, top government officials and other elites casting an upbeat tone about economic prospects,