See how Davos 2025 to shape the year ahead

The World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting 2025 in Davos, held from January 20-24, convenes global leaders under the theme “Collaboration for the Intelligent Age.” The summit focuses on addressing pressing global and regional challenges, including responding to geopolitical shocks, stimulating economic growth to enhance living standards, and guiding a just and inclusive energy transition in an uncertain global landscape.

A key highlight of Davos 2025 is the rapid advancement of AI and the need for global regulatory frameworks. Abhijit Dubey, CEO of NTT DATA, stressed the importance of consistent international regulations to mitigate AI-related risks, particularly in intellectual property protection and deepfake prevention. This aligns with the broader call for harmonized AI governance, ensuring responsible innovation and deployment.

The forum also explores economic policy shifts, especially under President Donald Trump’s administration in the U.S. Discussions focus on the potential effects of tax cuts, deregulation, and tariffs on global trade. While these measures aim to boost domestic growth, they also raise concerns about economic fragmentation. European leaders are contemplating regulatory adjustments to enhance competitiveness in response to U.S. policies.

Another dominant theme is global cooperation amidst rising geopolitical and economic challenges. U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres warns against unregulated AI and continued fossil fuel dependency, urging international collaboration to mitigate risks. The concept of a “geopolitical recession”, marked by increased polarization and declining global unity, is widely debated, underscoring the urgent need for cohesive global strategies.

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Davos 2025 sets the agenda for a transformative year, fostering dialogue, innovation, and cooperation to navigate the evolving complexities of the global economy, AI governance, and geopolitical stability.