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World Economic Forum Tackles Global Challenges in Special Meeting: Collaboration, Growth, and Energy in Focus

World Economic Forum Tackles Global Challenges in Special Meeting: Collaboration, Growth, and Energy in Focus The World Economic Forum (WEF) just concluded a two-day special meeting in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, bringing together global leaders from government, business, and civil society. The theme, "Global Collaboration, Growth, and Energy for Development," reflects the pressing issues facing the world today. The discussions focused on fostering international cooperation to address challenges like: Inclusive Growth: Ensuring everyone benefits from economic prosperity, not just a select few. Human Capital Development: Investing in education and skills training to empower the workforce. Smart Economy: Leveraging technology to create a more efficient and sustainable economic system. Regional Geopolitical Tensions: Finding solutions to conflicts that disrupt global trade and stability. A key highlight was the participation of International Monetary Fund (IMF) chief Kris...

Is net zero by 2050 a pipe dream?

The issue of climate change is one which we can no longer ignore, with it now becoming the defining crisis of our time. It is one which can lead to many being left with feelings of hopelessness and vulnerability. However, due to recent developments and initiatives, certain industries, with the inclusion of public sector authorities, now have the power to assist with the change. It is only with joint effort and commitment that we can combat this crisis, and emissions can be reduced. Companies who commit and work towards meeting their net zero targets will be most significant in changing our futures and improving the current climate crisis. The defining crisis of our time Following the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos earlier this year, it was confirmed that digital technologies, such as artificial intelligence, machine learning and automation – scaled across industries – have the power to accelerate decarbonisation efforts and can reduce emissions by up to 20%. While ...