Congo: The World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2025, held from January 20 to 24, gathered world leaders to discuss critical global issues. Key topics included artificial intelligence, regional reforms, environmental initiatives, and social media governance. Notably, Felix-Antoine Tshisekedi Tshilombo, President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, announced the creation of the world’s largest tropical forest reserve in the Congo River Basin, spanning over 550,000 square kilometers. The initiative is aimed at preserving the region’s forests and boosting local livelihoods.
Additionally, leaders like Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim spoke about ASEAN integration, while Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez pushed for social media reform in Europe. United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres highlighted the urgency of addressing the climate crisis and regulating artificial intelligence.
The event also featured discussions on the Middle East’s future, including cautious optimism from Palestinian Foreign Minister Varsen Aghabekian regarding the recent truce between Israel and Hamas. The meeting emphasized international cooperation for both environmental and technological challenges in creating a more sustainable and inclusive future.