US President Donald Trump is set to deliver a virtual address at the World Economic Forum on Thursday, held in Davos, Switzerland.
He will also engage in a discussion with prominent business leaders, including Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan and Blackstone Group CEO Stephen Schwarzman.
Trump’s speech, marking his first significant address to global political and business leaders, is scheduled for 11 a.m. Eastern Time (1600 GMT), as per the event’s official agenda.
Stay tuned to this live blog for key updates and highlights from his address.
What to expect from Trump’s speech:
The upcoming dialogue following Trump’s address will include notable figures such as TotalEnergies CEO Patrick Pouyanne, World Economic Forum (WEF) President Borge Brende, and WEF founder Klaus Schwab.
Business leaders are particularly interested in gaining clarity on Trump’s stance regarding tariffs, especially after his recent statements threatening broad import duties set to take effect on February 1.
Since assuming office, Trump has prominently showcased his nationalist policies. His administration has moved swiftly to tighten immigration controls, expand domestic energy production, and threaten significant tariffs targeting the European Union, China, Mexico, and Canada.
In addition, Trump has withdrawn the US from the World Health Organization and the Paris Climate Agreement.
He has also proposed renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the “Gulf of America,” though this change has not garnered international support.
Controversially, Trump has issued over 1,500 pardons to supporters involved in the January 6, 2021, attack on the US Capitol.
This decision has sparked widespread criticism from lawmakers and law enforcement, citing the risks posed during the event.
Furthermore, Trump is dismantling diversity initiatives within the U.S. government and urging private businesses to follow suit.
These moves have led to debates in Davos about how to redefine workplace practices that many business leaders view as vital to their operations.
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