Welcome to Day 1 of the World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting in Davos 2025!
Here’s a rundown of what to expect, the key sessions to watch, essential reading and live coverage of the highlights.
Today, three exceptional Cultural Leaders will be recognized at the Crystal Awards ceremony for their work to challenge conventional thinking, spark change and help us envision a more inclusive world. Look out for the opening concert and take a sneak peek at the specially commissioned art at Davos 25.
We’ll also cover some early perspectives from historians and media leaders on what lies ahead on US Inauguration Day.
Sessions to watch on Day 1
The full programme starts tomorrow. All times are GMT+1.
Donald Trump will be inaugurated as president at 11:30 ET (17:30 CET). Join journalists Mina Al-Oraibi, Patrick Foulis and Sam Jacobs to explore how the new administration will operate.
18:00 – The Crystal Awards 2025
Join us as we honour three exceptional cultural leaders: UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador and global advocate for children’s rights David Beckham; fashion designer, philanthropist and champion of women’s rights Diane von Furstenberg; and architect, social activist and 2024 Pritzker Prize laureate Riken Yamamoto.
18:30 – Opening Concert
The Opening Concert will be a spectacular and emotionally engaging moment where we relate in an innovative way the best of classical music, electronic compositions and AI-generated visual experiences to an extraordinary event under the theme of preserving the glaciers.
About 15% of the global population live with disabilities and face significant challenges in education and employment. Join leaders and experts including Katy Talikowska, Chief Executive Officer, The Valuable 500 and David Edwards, General Secretary of Education International, as they discuss how we can effectively remove barriers and support equal access and opportunities for all.
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