WEF 2025: Leaders call for renewed global cooperation

In these turbulent times, democratic and liberal values serve as a critical signpost for stability, says Swiss president

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Leaders from across the world have called for a renewed global cooperation with constructive optimism as they continued their deliberations here at the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting.

They highlighted the need for new pathways to greater cooperation in an era of heightened geopolitical uncertainty.

Cooperation and dialogue in a time of uncertainty emerged as key themes, with calls for new global partnerships and geostrategic adaptation common among European leaders in particular.

Economic transformation through innovation, sustainability and inclusive development also took centre stage, as leaders highlighted pathways to prosperity and resilience across regions.

Addressing a gathering of global leaders, WEF founder and chairman Klaus Schwab said, "This transition from the Industrial to the Intelligent Age is occurring at an exponential pace, carrying unprecedented risks for humanity as we strive to prepare and adapt for its complexities."Schwab called on the global community to rise to the moment with "constructive optimism", urging stakeholders from all sectors-government, business, civil society and academia-to unite in crafting solutions to shared challenges.