Davos Forum Highlights Ongoing Conflicts, AI Potential, and U.S. Election

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy seeks international support amid Russian invasion, while AI and potential Trump return dominate discussions.

The World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, saw discussions on a range of topics, with the ongoing wars in Ukraine and Gaza, the potential of artificial intelligence, and the upcoming U.S. elections dominating conversations.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy used the forum to shore up international support amid Russia's full-scale invasion of his country, warning that the conflict is not just about Ukraine.
Despite the attention on the Middle East conflict, both Ukraine and Gaza struggled to retain the spotlight at the forum, with some attendees criticizing the lack of programming focusing on the war and humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
Artificial intelligence was a major topic, with business leaders discussing its potential and the need for responsible use to avoid negative outcomes.
The potential return of former U.S. President Donald Trump to the White House was a recurring theme, with discussions on what another Trump presidency would mean for global politics and business.