Davos 2011

Davos 2011 Ian Bremer blogs from the inside The Davos plan for running the world, after the crash Top Risks of 2011 This week, the world’s political and economic elite (not to mention a few movie stars) will gather once again for the annual meeting of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. Whether you ...

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Davos 2011

Davos 2011

This week, the world’s political and economic elite (not to mention a few movie stars) will gather once again for the annual meeting of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. Whether you look at the WEF as a model for the future of global governance or an unseemly celebration of wealth and power at a time of economic distress, the inner workings of this unique institution are always fascinating to watch. Throughout the week, the Eurasia Group’s Ian Bremmer will be in Davos, blogging on what’s happening in the banquet halls and conference rooms — and how it will affect the world for the rest of us.

Davos Today
Chrystia Freeland hosts thinkers from the World Economic Forum.

Davos skyline
Davos skyline

Postcards from Davos
Images from inside the World Economic Forum.

World Economic Forum signs
World Economic Forum signs

2011 Changes
FP‘s coverage on Davos 2011.

Stormclouds
Stormclouds

The New Reality
The balance of world power has shifted.

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