The 56th World Economic Forum (WEF) annual meeting in Davos ran from January 19 to January 23, 2026, bringing together government leaders and business executives for discussions shaped by heightened geopolitical tensions.
Organizers framed the agenda around competing pressures: sustaining economic growth, investing in people, accelerating innovation responsibly, and pursuing prosperity within environmental constraints.
In addition to headline speeches and bilateral meetings, the gathering featured thematic sessions on technology deployment, global cooperation, and economic security.
- Conference dates: January 19–23, 2026.
- Themes included cooperation in a contested world and deploying innovation responsibly.
- Davos discussions emphasized growth, resilience and geopolitical risk.