The countdown to #WEF26 is on. In a world of accelerating change, dialogue has never mattered more. On 19–23 January 2026, leaders from government, business, civil society, academia, arts and culture will gather at the World Economic Forum’s 56th Annual Meeting to tackle shared challenges and explore the innovations shaping our future. Join the dialogue here: https://ow.ly/CgKE50XNzxz | World Economic Forum

From the handshake that marked the end of apartheid to a reskilling revolution, here are some historical highlights from the World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting in Europe’s highest town. The next World Economic Forum Annual Meeting takes place 19–23 January 2026 under the theme ‘A Spirit of Dialogue’, bringing together voices from across sectors and regions – from heads of state to young changemakers – to build trust and shape solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges. You can follow c