World Economic Forum Annual Meeting LIVE: Trump says he will make United States world capital of AI and crypto

World Economic Forum Annual Meeting LIVE: US President Donald Trump will deliver a live virtual address at the 2025 World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting in Davos, Switzerland, on Thursday (January 23) at 11:00 AM ET (9:30 PM IST).

The announcement was made by WEF President Børge Brende on Tuesday, just days ahead of the five-day event that begins on January 20, coinciding with Trump’s inauguration. Trump, who attended the forum in person twice during his first term, will now participate digitally in a dialogue with global business, government, and thought leaders.

Brende noted the importance of Trump’s speech in shaping discussions on pressing global issues, including economic growth, sustainability, and international collaboration. The World Economic Forum Annual Meeting, renowned for bringing together prominent figures from across sectors, will feature both physical and virtual engagements from leaders worldwide.