The who's who of politics, business and civil society is descending on the Swiss Alpine town. There's a lot to discuss, from Ukraine and Gaza to climate change and AI, but it's Trump's comeback that's likely to dominate.

Among the issues likely to be explored at the World Economic Forum this week is the future of Ukraine and its impact on Europe.

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Arkansas Governor Sarah Sanders, a key ally of President-elect Donald Trump, plans to attend the World Economic Forum in Davos next week, she said on Thursday. Sanders will be in Davos from Jan. 22 to 24.

Billionaire business leaders who want bragging rights usually flock to the World Economic Forum summit in Davos, Switzerland — but this year it’s being overshadowed by Donald Trump’s inauguration. The Swiss forum kicks off on the same day the 47th president will be sworn in,

It means that we are in a polarized, fragmented world where we see less cooperation than in the past, and more competition. There is more focus on national interest. That is a challenge, as many of the biggest problems we face need global solutions.

More than 3,000 global leaders will meet in Switzerland next week to seek solutions for some of the most pressing issues of the day

Donald Trump won't be travelling to the Swiss Alps to deliver his remarks in person but they are expected to be the most keenly awaited at next week's event.

Donald Trump will mark his return to the global stage when he appears virtually at the annual gathering of business and political leaders on Thursday.

The 2025 Annual Meeting of The World Economic Forum is scheduled to take place at Davos-Klosters from January 20 to 24, 2025. This gathering will bring together approximately 3,000 leaders from more than 130 countries, highlighting the importance of open dialogue during these uncertain times.

Trump (pictured) will be inaugurated on Monday and three days later will address delegates virtually in what is almost certain to prove the summit's key event.

The election of an unpredictable, autocratic, conservative Donald Trump threatening to annex Canada is alarming to most Canadians. The question for Canadians is what would happen under a Conservative Pierre Poilievre administration that might mimic the policies unfolding south of the border.