Trump at the World Economic Forum in Davos

President Donald Trump is set to attend the World Economic Forum (WEF) this week in Davos, Switzerland. His participation comes as he continues to assert challenges against the established global order, which he believes he is reshaping through various geopolitical moves.

Since his return to the White House, Trump has taken significant steps, such as withdrawing the U.S. from numerous international organizations that he deemed inefficient, including the United Nations Climate Change Convention. He’s also detained Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro following unrest in Caracas and is contemplating the annexation of Greenland.

Additionally, he has urged NATO allies to assume greater responsibility for their own defense spending, reducing the financial burden on U.S. taxpayers.

This year, Trump is joined by over 60 world leaders, ranging from Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng, at this prominent gathering.

Trump is leading the largest U.S. delegation in history, which includes five Cabinet members and other senior officials. Discussions are expected to cover vital issues pertaining to Ukraine, Venezuela, Gaza, and Iran, highlighting human rights abuses that have been reported in these regions.

Aside from the main gathering, Trump plans to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and leaders from Allies in Kiev. The focus there will be on securing U.S. backing for Ukraine’s safety as negotiations with Russia are underway.

To enhance the American presence, the first “USA House” will be established in a church along Promenade Avenue, serving as a venue for networking and events.

Interestingly, California Governor Gavin Newsom, a critic of Trump, is scheduled to speak the day after Trump’s address. Newsom has publicly criticized Trump’s economic policies as prioritizing personal gain over national interests, claiming they “reward his supporters and punish his opponents.”

He plans to use his platform to stand against human rights violations and advocate for California’s principles, which he argues contribute to the state’s economic might.

This meeting marks the first occurrence without Klaus Schwab, the WEF founder, at the helm, following his resignation last year. In his place, Larry Fink, CEO of BlackRock, and Andre Hoffmann of Roche Holdings are serving as interim co-chairs.

Trump will also hold an in-person rally this time, after addressing the forum via video stream last year.