The World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting 2025, held from January 20 to 24 in Davos, Switzerland, convened global leaders to address pressing international challenges under the theme “Collaboration for the Intelligent Age.” Key outcomes from the forum include:
1. Environmental Initiatives
– Biodiversity and Carbon Credits: Singapore’s President Tharman Shanmugaratnam advocated for integrating biodiversity credits with existing carbon markets to enhance conservation efforts. This approach aims to address a $700 billion funding gap necessary for environmental preservation.
– Amazon Rainforest Protection: The “Race to Belem” fund was introduced to attract private capital for conserving the Amazon rainforest, with support from investors like Silvania and Mercuria. ([
2. Technological Advancements
– Artificial Intelligence (AI): Discussions centered on AI’s role in society, emphasizing the need for responsible integration and the importance of human-AI collaboration. Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff highlighted the potential end of exclusively human workforces, underscoring the urgency for workforce upskilling.
3. Economic and Political Developments
– Middle East Peace Efforts: Progress was noted in Middle Eastern peace initiatives, driven by Israel’s ceasefires and Iran’s openness to renegotiate a nuclear deal.
– Ukraine Conflict: Leaders prepared for potential ceasefire negotiations in Ukraine, with U.S. President Donald Trump expressing interest in meeting Russian President Vladimir Putin to seek an end to the war.
