Source: World Economic Forum (video statements)
Is Asia’s Century at Risk?
Asia is the economic engine of the world and is projected to contribute nearly 60% of global GDP growth in 2025. However, the region increasingly finds itself at the centre of geoeconomic volatility, which threatens to impact its positive momentum.
How can Asian nations maintain their economic strength by adapting their economies, forging new trade alliances and deepening regional integration?
Source: World Economic Forum (video statements)
Investing amid High Debt, Low Growth
Global public debt stands at around 94% of GDP, constraining governments’ ability to fund critical growth-promoting investment in infrastructure, education and technology.
How can innovative financing, alongside global trade and investment strategies, mobilize resources to meet development goals?
Source: World Economic Forum (video statements)
Career Pathways: Rewired
Agentic AI is disrupting entry-level jobs and evolving job markets are changing traditional career paths, leaving young people uncertain about the future.
How do we turn AI-driven disruption into career opportunities for young people?
Source: World Economic Forum (video statements)
A Conversation with Lawrence Wong, Prime Minister and Minister for Finance of Singapore
Source: World Economic Forum (video statements)
Elements of Change: Energy and Materials
Accelerating trends in technology, science and geoeconomics are rapidly reshaping the materials sector, key to unlocking the next generation of energy solutions. At the same time, the global advanced materials market is projected to reach approximately $120 billion by 2033, promising long-term economic growth.
What efforts are needed to scale the development and commercialization of novel materials to drive the energy transition?
Source: World Economic Forum (video statements)
A Conversation with Pham Minh Chinh, Prime Minister of Viet Nam
Source: World Economic Forum (video statements)
Where’s the Capital for Climate?
From $300 billion in annual climate commitments to support emerging economies to greater regulation of carbon credit trading, COP29 marked a crucial step forward for climate finance. However, the climate finance gap remains vast and trillions more are needed to drive rapid climate action.
How can private and public sector involvement be amplified to unlock capital at scale?
Source: World Economic Forum (video statements)
A Conversation with Ousmane Sonko, Prime Minister of Senegal
Source: World Economic Forum (video statements)
Bringing Complex Data to Life
Art and technology can transform complex scientific data into compelling narratives that resonate both with policy-makers and the public.
Join award-winning environmental artist Thijs Biersteker to discover how through interactive installations, AI-driven storytelling, fostering ecological intelligence and tangible data visualization he brings together science and art.
Source: World Economic Forum (video statements)
Press Conference: Energy Transition Index 2025 – From Climate Commitment to Economic Opportunity
Now in its 15th year, the Fostering Effective Energy Transition 2025 report tracks global progress towards a more secure, equitable and sustainable energy system. Join us for insights into the top performers of the Energy Transition Index 2025 and strategies to advance energy transitions that drive economic opportunity amid rising global uncertainty.
