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World Economic ForumAnnual Meeting 2014Programme

Davos-Klosters, Switzerland 22-25 January

Global Agenda


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Programme Icons

Forum Debate

One-on-One

On the record

Workshop / WorkStudio /WorkSpace session

Interpretation

Lunch / Dinner session

Sign-up required

Health Matters

BetaZone

Arts and Culture

Televised session

IdeasLab

Geosecurity

ProgrammeCo-Chairs

Aliko Dangote, President and ChiefExecutive Officer, Dangote Group,Nigeria

Kris Gopalakrishnan, President,Confederation of Indian Industry (CII);Vice-Chairman, Infosys, India

Jiang Jianqing, Chairman of theBoard, Industrial and CommercialBank of China, People's Republic ofChina

Joseph Jimenez, Chief ExecutiveOfficer, Novartis, Switzerland

Christophe de Margerie, Chairmanand Chief Executive Officer, Total,France

Marissa Mayer, Chief ExecutiveOfficer, Yahoo, USA; Young GlobalLeader

Judith Rodin, President, RockefellerFoundation, USA

Meeting Societys NewExpectations

Sustaining a World of 9 Billion

Embracing Disruptive Innovation

Programme Pillars

Achieving Inclusive Growth

World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2014 -Programme

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Tuesday 21 January

07.00 - 01.00Congress Centre

1 registration

Registration Opens

Please pick up your badge at registration onKurgartenstrasse. Access to the Congress Centrebegins at 14.00.

For your convenience, we have extended the hoursof registration from early Tuesday at 07.00 until01.00 the next morning.

14.00 - 18.00Congress Centre - Forum

258 davos health challenge I

The Start of the DavosHealth ChallengeJoin the Davos Health Challenge and walk towardsbetter health during the Annual Meeting 2014 byusing a wearable health tracker provided byJawbone that will track your activity and sleep whilein Davos-Klosters. Sign up in advance online topick up your Jawbone device at any time between14.00 to 18.00 and find out how to measure yourprogress.

The results of the Davos Health Challenge will bepresented in a special session on Saturday 25January at 09:00.

18.00 - 18.10Congress Centre - Congress Hall

2 welcome message

Welcome Message bythe Executive ChairmanSimultaneous interpretation in all languages

This session is on the record and webcast live.


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Tuesday 21 January


3 crystal awards

Crystal AwardsCeremonyThe World Economic Forum's Crystal Awardhonours artists whose important contributions areimproving the state of the world.

Simultaneous interpretation in all languages



4 special concert

Special ConcertPerformanceFeaturing the St Petersburg Mariinsky TheatreOrchestra under the direction of Maestro ValeryGergiev, the concert will include Mussorgsky's"Pictures at an Exhibition" and a Donizetti aria sungby renowned tenor and Crystal Award recipientJuan Diego Flrez.

In partnership with VTB

19.00 - 20.30Congress Centre - Shuttle Hub

5 transfer to the welcome reception

Transfer to the WelcomeReceptionBuses will leave continuously from the Shuttle Hubto the InterContinental Hotel.

Please use Forum Shuttle Line 4.


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Tuesday 21 January

20.00 - 22.00InterContinental - Seehorn

6 welcome reception

Welcome Reception atthe InterContinentalProfessor Klaus Schwab and Mrs Hilde Schwab,together with the Managing Board, host a welcomereception to reconfirm the spirit of friendship andcommunity that defines the World Economic ForumAnnual Meeting.

In partnership with Megafon

21.30 - 22.30InterContinental

7 transfer back to the shuttle hub

Transfer Back to theShuttle HubBuses will leave continuously from the WelcomeReception to the Shuttle Hub at the CongressCentre.


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Wednesday 22 January

09.00 - 10.00Congress Centre - Seehorn Arena

14 gender parity

Making Gains on GenderGoalsHow is the shift towards gender parity reshapingbusiness?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Improving performance in value chains- Diversifying leadership strengths- Accessing emerging market consumers

This session is linked to initiatives and communitiesof the Forum. Saadia Zahidi is available to briefparticipants.

09.00 - 10.00Congress Centre - Schwarzhorn BetaZone

8 betazone/medical future

Our Medical Future

How are 21st century technologies and engineeringcombining biology, chemistry and physics to createdigital health?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Digital sensors- Genomics and epigenetics- Clinical application for non-communicable disease

09.00 - 10.00Congress Centre - Pischa

10 china context

The China Context

How are structural changes in China's economyshaping its future?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Incorporating sustainability into growth models- Restructuring industries and state-ownedenterprises- Addressing talent and innovation gaps

Simultaneous interpretation in English and Chinese


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09.00 - 10.00Congress Centre - Aspen 1

11 digital technology context

The New Digital ContextWhat societal, economic and technological forcesare reshaping the digital landscape?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Overcoming barriers to infrastructure expansion- Mass customization of goods and services- Sensory technologies and the Internet of things



12 energy context

The New Energy ContextWhat societal, economic and technological forcesare reshaping the global energy landscape?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Emerging distributed energy solutions- Unconventional oil and gas revolution- Shifting fortunes in energy geopolitics


13 future of work

Reshaping the World ofWorkWhat societal, economic and technological forcesare reshaping the employment context?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Demographic shifts in emerging economies- Re-industrialization in advanced economies- Implications of structural unemployment

This session is on the record


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09.00 - 10.00Congress Centre - Parsenn

16 natural growth

Getting Back to NaturalGrowthAs economies seek an exit from monetary andfiscal stimuli, what sectors, industries and modelswill deliver growth?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Shifting to growth-enhancing policies- Manoeuvring from intervention to regulation- Driving growth from shared value models

09.00 - 10.00Congress Centre - Sanada

9 better business

Doing Business the RightWayHow can business regain trust through long-termvalue creation?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Measuring progress based on values, not justprofits- Addressing socio-environmental consequences- Aligning management, boards and shareholderpriorities


09.00 - 09.30Congress Centre - Studio

15 insight/chidambaram

An Insight, An Idea withPalaniappan

ChidambaramA conversation with Indian Finance MinisterPalaniappan Chidambaram on institutions, theeconomy and policy-making in the world's largestdemocracy.

As the session is only 30 minutes long, please beseated early; doors will be closed at the scheduledtime and no latecomers will be admitted.

This session is on the record.


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09.30 - 10.45Berufsfachschule - Room

17 refugee run 1

A Day in the Life of aRefugee: Exploring

Solutions for SyriaTake part in this powerful simulation to experiencesome of the struggles and choices that refugeesare facing to survive each day. The Refugee Run ishosted by the Crossroads Foundation anddesigned with refugees, internally displacedpersons and NGOs.

After the simulation, refugees, field workers andothers will discuss the options for engagement withparticipants, with a special focus on Syria.

Take Forum Shuttle Line 1 (direction Davos Platz)and exit at the Refugee Run stop. Allow enoughtime for travel to the venue (F on the transportmap).

Address: Berufsfachschule Davos, BahnhofstrassePlatz 5 (Davos Platz). Please use the mainentrance to the school.

For all further enquiries, please [email protected] or call +41 (0)79212 9526.


20 journey/brynjolfsson

A Journey of DiscoveryErik Brynjolfsson, an award-winning researcher,educator, entrepreneur and author, appliesempirical techniques to reveal the intangiblebenefits of technology via business-processimprovements. He shares his insight on innovationsthat are driving productivity and wealth creationeven as they fundamentally disrupt the economy.You are invited to learn from his personal journey ofthe ongoing discovery.



10.00 - 10.30Congress Centre - The Terrace

18 fab lab workshop 1

From Atoms to Bits: 3DScanning WorkshopLearn how to turn a physical object into a computermodel at the Fab Lab.

The Fab Lab is located on the Middle Level, behindthe Sign-up Desk and next to the Terrace Lounge.Fab Lab personnel will be available throughout theday to answer questions outside of workshophours.


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10.00 - 11.30Congress Centre - Wisshorn WorkStudio

19 hyperconnectivity

EmbracingHyperconnectivityHow is hyperconnectivity affecting individual andsocietal norms and behaviours?

Session objectives:- Understand impact on brain and decision-making- Map evolution of networks and organizationalnorms- Reimagine relationship between citizens andinstitutions

This session is linked to initiatives and communitiesof the Forum. Alan Marcus is available to briefparticipants.


25 healthcare context

The New HealthcareContextWhat societal, economic and technological forcesare reshaping the healthcare industry?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Rising burden of mental disorders- Need for cost-effective healthcare systems- Potential of personalized medicine and big data

10.30 - 11.45Congress Centre - Flela IdeasLab

26 ideaslab/cmu

Unlocking the Potential ofHuman Learning with

Carnegie MellonUniversityWhat breakthroughs in the science of learning willtransform technology's impact on how peoplelearn?

Idea 1: Intersection of massive data and individuallearningIdea 2: Learning to improve learningIdea 3: Role of social and cultural contexts in onlinelearning


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21 climate science

Decoding Climate SignalsWhat is science really telling us about globalwarming?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Extreme weather events- Rising sea levels- Food security

This session is linked to initiatives and communitiesof the Forum. Dominic Waughray is available tobrief participants.



23 cyber surveillance

The Big Brother ProblemWhat are the consequences of growing publicalarm over personal privacy, data security and thelack of transparency in the gathering of data bypublic and private organizations?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Regulating ubiquitous data collection- Balancing security, transparency and privacyconcerns- Building trust in public and private institutions



24 financial outlook

Global Financial OutlookGrowth remains sluggish, yet stock prices continueto soar. What economic and political forces arereshaping financial markets globally?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Consequences of continued monetary expansion- Impact of regulatory shifts and harmonization- Long-term and alternative investments

Simultaneous interpretation in English and Russian.


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27 latin america context

The New Latin AmericaContextWhat challenges and transformations are shapingthe leadership context in Latin America?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Weakening commodity prices- Shifting global capital flows- Emerging middle class

Simultaneous interpretation in English and Spanish


28 manufacturing context

The New ManufacturingContextWhat societal, economic and technological forcesare reshaping manufacturing?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Shifting mass manufacturing trends- Advanced manufacturing and onshoring- Rising labour costs in emerging economies

10.30 - 11.15Congress Centre - Jakobshorn

22 creative mind/neshat

Inside the Creative Mind:Shirin NeshatAn intimate interview with award-winning Iranianvisual artist and filmmaker Shirin Neshat onpoetically probing issues of power, identity anddisplacement. Her body of work includes thephotographic series Women of Allahand the filmWomen Without Men.



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29 time/europe

Is Europe Back?

Credit spreads have narrowed, break-upspeculation has receded, and stock prices haveclimbed. But questions remain about the continent'srecovery.

This session was developed in partnership withTimeand will be broadcast on CNN Money.

Simultaneous interpretation in English, German andFrench

As this session is televised, please arrive 15minutes before the start. The door will be closed atthe scheduled time. This session is on the recordand webcast live.


30 insight/phelps

An Insight, An Idea withEdmund PhelpsA conversation with Nobel Laureate EdmundPhelps on how grass-roots innovation can create

jobs, challenge the status quo and stimulatechange.




31 special addresses/reshaping the world

Reshaping the Worldthrough

Entrepreneurship,Education andEmploymentSpecial addresses on entrepreneurship, educationand employment and how each can reshape ourworld in a positive way




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12.30 - 13.45Congress Centre - Throughout the CongressCentre

32 nigeria buffet

Opening Lunch Buffet

hosted by the Government of Nigeria


38 middle class

The Shifting Middle

As the middle class expands in emergingeconomies and contracts in industrialized ones,what are the consequences for business andpolitics?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Social expectations and political empowerment- Consumption trends and resource constraints- Socio-economic hierarchies and income inequality


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Rewiring the Brain

How is daily interaction with technology rewiring ourbrains?


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35 creative economy

The Creative Economy

What new and exciting ideas are emerging fromurban culture?

Global Shapers from around the world speak ofchanges happening right now.

Dimensions to be addressed:- Offering new opportunities for youth- Operating in a hypernetworked context- Designing innovations around the needs ofcitizens



37 globalization

The Reshaping ofGlobalizationWhat challenges and transformations are reshapingthe integration of the global economy?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Post-crisis regulatory reforms- The rise of regionalism- The sustainability imperative

Simultaneous interpretation in English andJapanese


39 ocean economies

Rethinking OceanEconomiesAs ocean resources provide a basis for globalgrowth and employment, how can their health beprotected?



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40 security context

The Global SecurityContextWhat strategic shifts and transformational issuesare shaping the global security context?

This session is on the record and webcast live


42 youth aspirations

Consumers, Makers andDisruptorsHow are the values and aspirations of today's youthreshaping the creative and consumer industries?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Empowered movers and shakers- Technology-driven networkers- Socially conscious decision-makers


33 cnbc africa/future growth

Africa's Next BillionWith Africa's population rising to 2 billion by 2050,what actions are needed now to ensure sustainableand inclusive growth?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Innovating in education, technology and health- Diversifying investment partnerships- Enhancing business environments

This session was developed in partnership withCNBC Africa.



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13.45 - 15.15Congress Centre - Dischma WorkShop

36 future extractives

The Future of ExtractivesWith rising concerns over scarcity andenvironmental deprivation, how can the resourceindustries drive growth within planetaryboundaries?

Session objectives:- Explore drivers of change- Map necessary industry transformations- Redefine value in a sustainable world


41 warmer world

The Impact of a WarmerWorldHow would a 4C temperature increase reshapethe environment, societies and economies?

Session objectives:- Share the challenges of a warmer climate- Discuss opportunities to avoid an unacceptablescenario- Explore effective communication strategies


43 insight/faust

An Insight, An Idea withDrew FaustA conversation with Harvard University PresidentDrew Faust on the inextricable connection betweenhistory, creativity and economic competitiveness.




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44 arab world context

The Arab World ContextWhat challenges and transformations are shapingthe leadership context in the Arab world?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Putting transitions on a stable and inclusive track- Shoring up employment for youth- Fostering cross-regional collaboration

Simultaneous interpretation in English and Arabic


45 betazone/big history

Big History for Big PictureThinkingHistorian David Christian combines history andscience into a unified perspective of big historythat holds important lessons for leaders about thevalue of big picture thinking.


47 journey/blackburn

A Journey of DiscoveryThrough her curiosity about animals and fascinationwith biology, Elizabeth Blackburn's natural path inphysics and science brought her from Australia toCambridge. Adventurous research in biochemistryled to an unexpected scientific quest, and to theNobel Prize in 2009 for the discovery of howchromosomes are protected by telomeres. You areinvited to learn from her personal journey ofprofound discovery.




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From Imagine to Iterate:3D Modelling WorkshopLearn how to design a product using 3D modellingtools at the Fab Lab.



50 global norms

Towards GlobalConvergence?Is hyperglobalization driving an unprecedentedconvergence of norms?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Accepting science as common denominator- Defining social contracts in a global era- Mounting protectionism and nationalism


48 debate/financial system

Forum Debate: AreMarkets Safer Now?Is the international financial system safer now thanit was five years ago?


Debating this question:


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15.45 - 17.00Congress Centre - Sertig IdeasLab

52 ideaslab/caltech

IdeasLab: From Lab toLife with the California

Institute of TechnologyWhat scientific breakthroughs will transforminstitutions, industries and individuals in the nearfuture?

Idea 1: More than the eye can see -- creatingdamage-tolerant lightweight materials withnanotechnologyIdea 2: Reading and writing genomesIdea 3: Wireless lab-in-the-body monitors


53 ideaslab/mit

IdeasLab: Breakthroughsin Advanced

Manufacturing with theMassachusetts Instituteof TechnologyWhat engineering and computer scienceinnovations are reshaping manufacturing?

Discover and debate in the IdeasLab:Idea 1: Manufacturing economyIdea 2: Organic nanostructures of the futureIdea 3: A robot for every taskIdea 4: Future of employment and automation


49 development finance

New Models ofDevelopment FinanceWhat political, market and technological changesare reshaping development finance?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Conditional and results-based financing- Rise of capital markets and private equity- New models of financial governance


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51 global risks

Responding to GlobalRisksFrom natural disasters to digital wildfires, how canglobal businesses build resilience to systemicshocks?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Early identification and measurements- Factors amplifying impact of emerging risks- Innovative response mechanisms

This session is linked to initiatives and communitiesof the Forum. Jennifer Blanke is available to briefparticipants.



55 russia outlook

The Russia Outlook

In the face of ailing investments and industrialproduction, how can Russia accelerate reforms toimprove business conditions?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Tapping into regional best practices- Preparing for commodity price backlash- Supporting small and medium-sized businesses

Simultaneous interpretation in English and Russian


54 ndtv/india outlook

The India Outlook

With elections on the horizon, how can India'sleaders accelerate growth while restoring investorconfidence?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Prospects for further reform- Priorities for capital markets- Sources of innovation

This session was developed in partnership withNDTV.



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56 journey/sommer-sanes

A Journey of DiscoveryRecent advances in science could mean an end toblindness by 2020. Alfred Sommers and JoshuaSanes are leading a multidisciplinary effort toprevent blindness and restore sight to the blind bydecade's end. Through an interactive dialogue, youare invited to learn from their personal journeys ofprofound discovery.




59 betazone/water

Safe Water for All

A conversation with academy award-winning actorand philanthropist Matt Damon and CEO ofWater.org Gary White on delivering innovativecommunity-driven solutions to safe water andsanitation.


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16.15 - 17.00Congress Centre - In front of Wisshorn WorkStudio

58 art walk 1

Art Walk 1

Join a guided tour of the exhibition featuring worksby Andreas Gursky and Damien Hirst, led byEckhard Schneider, General Director of thePinchukArtCentre.

Please meet in front of the Wisshorn WorkStudioroom on the Middle level of the Congress Centre.


60 special address/burkhalter

Special Address




257 special address/abe

The Reshaping of theWorld: Vision from JapanSimultaneous interpretation in all languages



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19.00 - 20.30Open Forum - Swiss Alpine School (SAMD) -Auditorium

61 open forum/1

Open Forum: HigherEducation Investment

or Waste?Benjamin Franklin once said, "An investment inknowledge pays the best interest." Yet today, theUS has a trillion dollar student loan bubble and thegraduate unemployment rate has reached 14%.With over 285,000 university graduates working atminimum wage in the US, many students are facedwith buyer's remorse. Is it time to reconsiderwhether a college degree is worth the investment?

- What is the impact of Massive Open OnlineCourses on traditional higher education?- Will Generation Y youth be better or worse offthan their parents? What are the implications?

Simultaneous interpretation in English and German

This session is open to reporting press.

20.00 - 22.00Hotel Meierhof - Restaurant

62 brain science

The Neuroscience ofLeadershipWhat can brain science teach us about becomingbetter leaders?

20.00 - 22.00Hotel Cresta Sun - Restaurant

63 deans dinner

Shaping the Future

"Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if youwere to live forever."-- Mahatma Gandhi

How are universities adapting to preparetomorrow's students for learning, living and leavinga legacy in a complex and interconnected world?


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20.00 - 22.00Turmhotel Victoria - La Terrasse

64 digital me

Digital Me

Your digital footprint is eternal. How can youmanage and build a digital legacy?

20.00 - 22.00Hotel Derby - Dischma

65 explorers

Exploring Our Limits

"I will go anywhere, provided it be forward."-- David Livingstone

What creates a sense of adventure, and what arethe experiences of those who take them on?

20.00 - 22.00Hilton Garden Inn - Parsenn-Madrisa

66 picture this

Picture This

Isnt life a series of images that change as theyrepeat themselves?-- Andy Warhol

Some say a picture is worth a thousand words.Discover the stories behind the images that haveinfluenced lives and choices.


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20.00 - 22.00Hotel Grischa - Jacobshorn-Rinerhorn

67 power of design

The Power of Design

"Design is not just what it looks like and feels like.Design is how it works."-- Steve Jobs

How is design transforming the way we live andlearn?

20.00 - 22.00Hotel Derby - Fluela 1-2-3

68 pundits

Pundits, Professors andPredictionsJoin leading opinion-shapers from media andacademia to debate scenarios for 2014.

20.00 - 22.00InterContinental - Lilie/Aster

69 rethinking economics

Rethinking Economics

How is the concept of economics expandingbeyond market value to embrace societal value,compassion and behaviour?

Discover and debate with experts from behaviouraleconomics, philosophy and political science.


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20.00 - 22.00Kongress Hotel - Restaurant

70 revolutionary learning

Revolutionary Learning"To know that we know what we know, and to knowthat we do not know what we do not know, that istrue knowledge."-- Nicolaus Copernicus

How can knowledge of history create a betterfuture?

20.00 - 22.00Turmhotel Victoria - Victoria

71 sustainable future

Rethinking ourSustainable FutureHow are technology, science and design moving ustowards a utopian world?

Discover and debate with experts on climatescience, urban design and advancedmanufacturing.


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Thursday 23 January


72 ethics breakfast 1

Stop to Think: HumanDignityHow can we ensure that human dignity is integral toour economic activities and choices?


81 sharing economy

The Sharing Economy

How is the sharing economy disrupting traditionalmodels of consumption and production?

Dimensions to be addressed:- From selling products to selling services- Bypassing traditional intermediaries- Enabling C2C business models


73 betazone/gore

Forces Reshaping ourWorldThrough a powerful visual narrative, Al Gorereveals six forces that are radically changing ourplanet.


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79 ideaslab/imperial

IdeasLab: Life-enhancingTechnologies with

Imperial College LondonAs science has added years to people's lives, howcan technology add quality to those years?

Discover and debate in the IdeasLab:Idea 1: The precision patient: from genomics intothe metabonomeIdea 2: Robotics and integrated careIdea 3: Cognition enhancement and stimulationIdea 4: Assisted living through digital platforms


75 ceo series/organizational learning

CEO Series:Organizational Agility and

Learning in a ComplexWorldHow can organizations become more agile in afast-paced and complex world?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Rethinking planning and discovery- Achieving efficiency and resilience- Balancing long-term vision and rapid learning

This interactive session is designed as a learningexperience uniquely for chief executives.


77 eurasia outlook

Eurasia: The NextFrontier?How will growing economic cooperation in Eurasiaand neighbouring countries unlock the region'semerging market potential?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Diversifying the region's economic base- Fostering inclusion in global supply chains- Enhancing cross-border trade

Simultaneous interpretation in English and Russian


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Thursday 23 January


78 food security

Rethinking Global FoodSecurityWhat environmental, societal and economic forcesare reshaping the global context for food security?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Changing climate and weather patterns- Addressing demands of an emerging globalmiddle class- Strengthening efficient agricultural value chains



74 bloomberg/disruptive technology

Disruptive InnovationAhead!What technology-driven innovations will disrupt theglobal marketplace in the year ahead?

This session was developed in partnership withBloomberg Television.



80 mindfulness

Meditation: Why theHype?Mindfulness meditation increasingly attracts leaderswith the promise of alleviating stress, maintainingfocus and spurring creativity. How can mindfulnessmeditation be applied to health, education andleadership?

Session objectives:- Explore mindfulness interventions in health- Understand mindfulness applications in education- Discuss mindfulness-based techniques inleadership


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Thursday 23 January


76 decision-making

Making Better DecisionsTraditionally, economics focused on howindividuals would act if they were rational;behavioural economics studies what they actuallydo. In this context, what are the practicalapplications for public policy and personal conduct?

Session objectives:- Understand the impact of scarcity ondecision-making- Discuss the lessons of modern psychology foreconomics- Explore potentials and limitations of behaviouralengineering


82 creative mind/shafak

Inside the Creative Mind:Elif ShafakAn intimate interview with novelist Elif Shafak onher stories of women, minorities, immigrantsubcultures, youth and global souls that blendWestern and Eastern traditions of storytelling. Heraward-winning novels, which are translated intoover 30 languages, include The Bastard of IstanbulandThe Forty Rules of Love.



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From Bits to Atoms: 3DPrinting WorkshopLearn how to print a 3D object at the Fab Lab.



253 special address/rouhani

Iran in the World




85 journey/rodin

A Journey of DiscoveryAs the president of the University of Pennsylvania,Judith Rodin was instrumental in revitalizing WestPhiladelphia. Under her leadership, the RockefellerFoundation pioneered an urban resilienceframework to respond to crises and foster jobs,competitiveness and inclusive economies. You areinvited to learn from her personal journey ofdeveloping the resilience dividend.




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86 betazone/architecture

Human-centredArchitectureWhat does contemporary architecture say aboutthe world in which we live?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Rapid rate of urban development- Renaissance of humanity-centred architecture- Integrating contemporary design into historicsettings


87 special address/abbott

Australia's Vision for theG20Simultaneous interpretation in all languages



256 insight/el beblawi

An Insight, An Idea withHazem El BeblawiA conversation with interim Prime Minister HazemEl Beblawi on the developments shaping Egypt'spolitical and economic agenda during its currenttransition.




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89 youth unemployment

The Millennial ChallengeHow can the public and private sectors address theyouth unemployment crisis?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Educating through hands-on skills-building- Fostering an entrepreneurial mindset- Localizing work opportunities

The Global Shapers in Davos will be recognized fortheir achievements and drive to make a contributionto their communities.




88 nhk/japan

The Reshaping of Japan:Global ConsequencesFrom Abenomics to the Tokyo Olympics, Japan isback on the global stage. What are the global andregional implications?

This session was developed in partnership withNHK.

Simultaneous interpretation in English andJapanese



90 thinking ahead/rebuilding states

Thinking Ahead withYoung Global LeadersWhat are creative solutions to rebuilding nations forlong-term stability?

Young Global Leaders give three short talks onwhat drives them to the forefront of globaladvocacy.

Learn about:- Resolving conflict through rock music- Fixing failed states- Engaging civil society in nation building



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Thursday 23 January


100 refugee run 4







12.30 - 13.45Hotel Cresta Sun - Restaurant

101 secular stagnation

The Secular StagnationDilemmaIs the global economy in a period of secularstagnation and, if so, what can be done about it?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Liquidity glut versus savings surfeit- Fiscal stimuli versus austerity- Financial versus innovation crisis

12.30 - 13.45Turmhotel Victoria - Victoria

102 sustainable business

The DNA of SustainableBusinessWhat does it take to be a high-performance,environmentally sustainable company?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Clarifying sustainability challenges- Understanding sustainable performance- Thinking creatively about new markets, productsand services


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103 transition economies

The Civic Role ofBusinessHow can the private sector help stabilize societiesundergoing political and economic transitions?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Bolstering capacity of local human capital- Strengthening organizational norms to resistcorruption- Providing resources for humanitarian response

12.30 - 13.45Morosani Schweizerhof - Arvenstube

91 advanced manufacturing

The Rise of AdvancedManufacturingHow is advanced manufacturing transformingindustries and markets?

Dimensions to be addressed :- New capabilities for advanced global value chains- Impact of additive manufacturing- Effect of digital manufacturing tools on assemblyline workers- Impact of personalization on consumers,producers and policy-makers

12.30 - 13.45Hotel National - Dining Room

92 asia growth

Drivers of EquitableGrowth in AsiaHow can Asian economies achieve the next stageof economic growth?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Enhancing cross-regional collaboration- Addressing income inequality- Mitigating regional tensions


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Thursday 23 January

12.30 - 13.45Hotel National - Salon Mignon

93 communicating science

Raising Science Literacyin SocietyFrom climate change to preventive care, how canscience communicate more credibly and effectivelywith society?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Scientists as policy advisers- Funding needs versus need for independence- Tackling vested interests

12.30 - 13.45Hotel Derby - Fluela 1-2-3

94 currency context

The New CurrencyContextWhat economic and political forces are reshapingglobal currency markets?

Dimensions to be addressed:- European and US debt crises- Chinese monetary reform- Monetary tapering in the US

12.30 - 13.45Morosani Posthotel - Post/Davoserstube

95 europe context

The New Europe ContextAhead of the 2014 elections, what challenges andtransformations are reshaping the leadershipcontext in Europe?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Rise of populist and nationalist movements- Priorities for fiscal and monetary reform- Drivers of global competitiveness


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99 open forum/2

Open Forum: Immigration Welcome or Not?

For over 200 million people, migrating to a foreignland represents the hope of a better life andvaluable career experience. While viewed by someas an opportunity for development and a healthysource of skills on the job market, many people areconcerned with irregular flows of migrants, the costof integration and potential increase in criminalactivity. With European migration on the rise,should governments improve their integrationpolicies or impose barriers to entry?

- What best practices can assist countries toimprove management of migration flows?- How have countries leveraged immigration fordevelopment?- What are the implications of stricter regulations vsintegration policies?




104 globo/brics

BRICS in Midlife Crisis?Growth rates for Brazil, Russia, India, China andSouth Africa remain at half their pre-crisis levels,prompting concern that the golden age ofemerging-market growth may be over.

How can the BRICS group recharge theirrespective growth models?

This session was developed in partnership with TVGlobo.

Simultaneous interpretation in English, Portugueseand Russian



255 special address/netanyahu

Israel's Economic andPolitical OutlookSimultaneous interpretation in all languages



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Thursday 23 January


113 religious politics

Power Sharing andPolitical IslamHow is political Islam dealing with the backlash it issuffering in the Arab world?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Rebuilding democratic confidence- Fostering an inclusive and effective political order- Countering religious extremism and sectarianism


107 betazone/gaming

The World of Gaming

With sales of video games exceeding US$ 25billion, how is gaming transforming theentertainment, education and social interactions ofthe next generation?


109 ideaslab/oxford

IdeasLab: Data,Machines and the Human

Factor with the Universityof OxfordWhat are the implications of data and machines forhumanity's future?

Discover and debate in the IdeasLab:Idea 1: Future of machine intelligenceIdea 2: Building self-monitoring healthcaretechnology into everyday livesIdea 3: Citizen science beyond scienceIdea 4: Taking collective action in an online society


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105 arctic

The Melting Arctic

With the Arctic warming twice as fast as the rest ofthe world, what will be the consequences forsociety, business and politics?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Understanding risks of environmental deprivation- Exploring opportunities of Arctic development- Mapping geopolitical fault lines



106 arts identity

Art and Identity

How are the arts influencing identity in afragmented world?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Shifting definitions of community- Changing relationship between nation and citizen- Creating a new narrative for Europe



110 infrastructure imperative

The InfrastructureImperativeHow can new financing mechanisms ensure thatpressing infrastructure needs are met?

- infrastructure investment as a new asset class- partnerships for financing infrastructure- infrastructure development projects for economicdevelopment and job creation


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112 regulation

Regulating InnovationHow should regulatory and policy frameworks bedesigned to foster science and technology-drivengrowth?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Funding and incubating new ventures- Reorienting intellectual property regimes- Rethinking tax incentives



111 insight/sachs

An Insight an Idea withJeffrey SachsA conversation with Jeffrey Sachs, Director of theEarth Institute at Columbia University, on the futureof the development agenda.




114 univision/drugs

The Drugs Dilemma:Consequences for

Society, Politics andBusinessA polarizing debate over whether legalizing drugs isholding back progress on one of the world's mostprominent health and security issues.

How can government, business and civil societywork together to ensure that innovative andalternative policies are considered at the nationaland international level?

This session was developed in partnership withUnivision.




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108 healthcare innovation

Transforming HealthcareHow can the implementation of personalizedmedicine and digital health be accelerated?

Session objectives:- Map risks and opportunities- Explore the potential of big data- Address regulatory and investment barriers


116 insight/lagarde

An Insight, An Idea withChristine LagardeA conversation with IMF Managing DirectorChristine Lagarde on how to tackle the challengesfacing the global economy.




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Special Address




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From Imagine to Iterate:Fabrication WorkshopLearn how to do precision fabrication of uniquecomponents, such as jewellery and optics, at theFab Lab.



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121 civic engagement

The New Citizen

How are new frontiers of civic engagementreshaping society, politics and business?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Citizen innovator: crowdsourcing solutions- Citizen regulator: decentralizing rule enforcement- Citizen policy-maker: enabling direct democracy


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119 betazone/pugh

Swimming towardsSuccessPioneer swimmer Lewis Pugh reveals the lessonshe learned about leadership while swimming acrossthe North Pole and in a lake on Mt Everest.

16.15 - 17.00Congress Centre - In front of Wisshorn WorkStudio

118 art walk 2

Art Walk 2

Join a guided tour of the exhibition featuring worksby Andreas Gursky and Damien Hirst, led byEckhard Schneider, General Director of thePinchukArtCentre.

Please meet in front of the Wisshorn WorkStudioroom on the Middle level of the Congress Centre.


125 ideaslab/social entrepreneurs

IdeasLab: Bridging Gapsbetween Markets with

Social EntrepreneursHow are social innovation models bridging gapsbetween the private sector and the base of thepyramid?

Discover and debate in the IdeasLab:Idea 1: Design and marketing aimed at untappedconsumer demandIdea 2: Distribution models that go fartherIdea 3: Techniques to bring new talent into valuechainsIdea 4: Technological platforms for connecting tothe marketplace of ideas


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120 ceo series/talent scarcity

CEO Series: TacklingTalent ScarcityHow are employers rethinking their responsibility toinvest in talent for the long term?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Improving partnerships with government anduniversities- Designing workplace opportunities for reskilling- Forecasting the skills needed in emerging sectors- Leveraging next-generation technologies andsocial media

This interactive session is designed as a learningexperience uniquely for chief executives.


122 development partnership

Breaking Silos inDevelopmentWhat actors, networks and partnerships will defineand drive progress in development?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Emerging economies and South-Southpartnerships- Next-generation public-private partnerships- Innovative financing with entrepreneurs andinvestors


124 humanities digital

Humanities in the DigitalAgeIn an increasingly digital world, what is the future ofthe humanities?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Examining relevance of a liberal arts education- Infusing values of the humanities into theeconomy- Engaging digital natives in designing thehumanities of tomorrow



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128 insight/stern

An Insight, An Idea withLord SternA conversation with leading climate economist LordStern on cooperation towards low-carbon growth.




129 leading cities

Learning from LeadingCitiesWhat can enterprises and economies learn fromhigh-performance cities?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Building resilience into complex systems- Designing finance and implementationpartnerships- Rethinking civic engagement


131 betazone/universe

The Universe UnveiledNobel Laureate in physics Brian Schmidt andastrophysicist Chris Lintott reveal the hidden truthsof our galaxies, stars and planets, and the historyand fate of our universe.


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132 pacific alliance

The Promise of thePacific AllianceDifferent regional paradigms have emerged in LatinAmerica's quest for sustainable and inclusivegrowth. With the Pacific Alliance capturing greaterglobal attention, will it be able to meet the growthexpectations of its members?




133 competitive europe

Closing Europe'sCompetitiveness GapHow are Europe's leaders transitioning from crisisresponse to crafting a long-term strategy forcompetitiveness?




134 open forum/3

Open Forum: EthicalCapitalism Worth a

Try?Capitalism lifted 1 billion people out of poverty in 20years but, today, society is discontent. Somebelieve the neo-liberal capitalist model needsshaking up, and that regulators, supervisors andcorporate governance managers have failed thosethey are meant to protect. Western economic andsocial crises are pointing to the bankruptcy of thecapitalist model. Yet the question remains: What isthe alternative?

- Is the ethos of capitalism unethical? What are itseconomic and policy structures?- Who needs to lead the effort for society to act forthe common good?




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19.00 - 20.00Congress Centre - Congress Hall Lobby

135 tianjin reception

Annual Meeting of theNew Champions 2014

ReceptionTianjin will once again host the Annual Meeting ofthe New Champions on 10-12 September 2014.Vice-Mayor Ren Xuefen cordially invites you toenjoy Chinese delicacies and classical and modernmusic.

20.00 - 22.00Hotel Seehof - Salon Kirchner

136 china centre stage

China Takes CentreStageWith China's growing influence on the global stage,how are domestic and international perceptionschanging?

20.00 - 22.00InterContinental - Turmalin/Adular/Quarz

137 europe renaissance

Fostering Europe's NextRenaissance"The greater danger for most of us lies not insetting our aim too high and falling short, but insetting our aim too low, and achieving our mark."-- Michelangelo

What will it take for Europe to realize a secondRenaissance?

- new renaissance people of Europe- the creative and competitive hot spots in Europe- new "brand" Europe


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20.00 - 22.00Hotel National - Dining Room

138 happiness

The Importance of BeingHappy"Happiness is the meaning and the purpose of life,the whole aim and end of human existence."-- Aristotle

Why is the pursuit of happiness so critical for ourworld and that of future generations?

20.00 - 22.00Turmhotel Victoria - La Terrasse

139 health

Rethinking Health

What are the secrets to staying healthy in ademanding world?

20.00 - 22.00Hotel Sunstar Park - Jacobshorn

140 latin america dinner

Latin America LooksAheadHow is Latin America paving the way for an era ofinclusive growth?


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20.00 - 22.00Kongress Hotel - Restaurant

141 leadership lessons

Lessons in Leadership"Leadership and learning are indispensable to eachother."-- John F. Kennedy

What small steps lead to great leadership?


142 living

Rethinking Living

What could life be like 50 years from now?

Discover and debate with experts in robotics,Internet addiction and urban technology.

20.00 - 22.00InterContinental - Primula

143 meet the authors

Meet the Authors

"A book must be an ice-axe to break the seasfrozen inside our soul."-- Franz Kafka

Biography, fiction, popular science and politics --what's next on the radar of the authors of today'stop reads?


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20.00 - 22.00Sheraton Waldhuus - Sertig / Dischma

144 nobel laureates/science

The State of the Worldwith Nobel Laureates in

ScienceJoin Nobel Prize winners for an informalconversation on the key scientific imperatives for2014.


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145 ethics breakfast 2

Stop to Think:Environmental

StewardshipHow can we ensure that environmental stewardshipis integral to our economic activities and choices?


147 child development

A Good Start in Life

What factors have critical implications for the skillsand development of our children and futuregenerations?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Link between nutrition, health and well-being- Role of early childhood and primary education- Impact of socio-economic environments


146 betazone/human brain

The Human Brain

The US BRAIN Initiative and the European HumanBrain Project share their latest developments in thequest to understand the human brain, and thesubsequent rise of breakthrough technologies forsimulation, visualization and big data.


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152 ideaslab/cambridge

IdeasLab: Adapting toClimate Change with the

University of CambridgeWhat technological and policy innovations will helphumanity adapt to a climate-changed world?

Discover and debate in the IdeasLab:Idea 1: Predicting glacier and ice sheet changesIdea 2: Working with nature to manage riskIdea 3: Preparing for ramifications ofgeo-engineering


153 ideaslab/max planck

IdeasLab:Human-centred

Economics with the MaxPlanck SocietyHow can insights into neurobiology, psychology,economics and evolutionary theory help build morehuman-centred economic systems?

Discover and debate in the IdeasLab:Idea 1: The delicate evolution of humancooperationIdea 2: Simple decision strategies for complexenvironmentsIdea 3: The psychology and neurobiology ofpro-social motivation and cooperationIdea 4: Caring economics to transcend cooperationfailures


148 china outlook

The China Outlook

How will recent financial, economic and socialreforms in China impact the global economy in2014?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Financial reform and local debt-reductioninitiatives- Trends in Chinese outbound investment- Striking a balance between investment andconsumption

Simultaneous interpretation in English and Chinese



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150 energy agenda

The Global EnergyAgendaHow can economies build energy strategies forsustained growth, competitiveness and security?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Rethinking energy markets and energy subsidies- Exploring new energy and climate frameworks- Achieving progress on universal energy access


151 hyperconnected markets

Money and Markets in aHyperconnected WorldFrom trading currencies to tracking Twitter trends,how are digital and social technologiestransforming markets?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Achieving transparency and efficiency gains- Reaching fringe populations with mobiletechnology- Responding to cyber risk and digitalmisinformation



149 cnbc/monetary policy

The Future of MonetaryPolicyCentral banks around the world took extraordinarymeasures to reboot the global economy. What areefficient and responsible options for endingmonetary stimulus?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Communicating with the market- Moderating employment implications- Mitigating global ramifications

This session was developed in partnership withCNBC.



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154 social innovation agenda

Pushing Boundariesthrough Social InnovationHow is social innovation transforming businessstrategy?

Session objectives:- Identify gaps in public and social services- Mobilize intrapreneurship towards societal goals- Build a network of social innovators- Engage policy-makers in shaping development


156 insight/nooyi

An Insight, An Idea withIndra NooyiA conversation with PepsiCo Chairman and ChiefExecutive Officer Indra Nooyi on leadership in achanging world




155 creative mind/eliasson

Inside the Creative Mind:Olafur EliassonAn intimate interview with award-winning artistOlafur Eliasson on creating large-scale immersiveenvironments that incorporate light, water and airtemperature for maximum effect. His works includeThe New York City Waterfallsand Little Sun.



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From Consumers toCreators: Moulding and

Casting WorkshopLearn how to manufacture parts at the Fab Lab.



254 peres award

Celebrating the "Spirit ofDavos"The World Economic Forum honours Shimon Peresfor his long-standing commitment to its mission andhis contributions to the Annual Meeting programmefor more than two decades.




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159 betazone/cousteau

Reconnecting to NatureExplorer and producer Cline Cousteau sharesinspiring stories from her adventures around theworld on her quest to reconnect humans to theenvironment.


183 us competitiveness

Securing USCompetitivenessHow will the United States return to a path oflong-term growth and competitiveness?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Fostering bipartisan cooperation- Reaching a viable fiscal solution- Advancing regional trade agreements


260 special address/cameron

Special Address




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160 well-being/design

Creating HealthierOutcomesHow can the integration of technology, psychologyand design lead to healthier lifestyles?

Session objectives:- Understand drivers of rational and irrationalhuman behaviour- Explore media, technology and design as agentsof change- Devise policy incentives for behavioural change


162 climate poverty

Changing the Climate forGrowth and DevelopmentAn unprecedented international effort will be madein September during the UN General Assembly toenergize leaders to successfully negotiate a climatechange agreement and set new goals for endingextreme poverty globally.

How can government and business work togetherto ensure that this extraordinary effort leads toaction?




161 bbc/us power

BBC World Debate: TheFuture of US PowerSyria, shutdown, Snowden and surveillance: hasAmerica lost touch with the world?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Global impact of the inconsistent US politicalsystem- Risks of declining US engagement in the MiddleEast- Geopolitical implications of a multipolar world

This session was developed in partnership with theBBC.



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251 germany outlook

The Germany Outlook

What can Europe and the world expect fromGermany's new coalition government?




163 thinking ahead/e-collaboration

Thinking Ahead with theYoung Global LeadersTechnology is disrupting the way we live, work andcollaborate.

Young Global Leaders give three short talks onhow technology is shaping our future.

Learn about:- Machine vs human learning- A new vision for collective fundraising- The mobile phone revolution in Africa



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12.30 - 13.45Central Sporthotel - Sumerstube

167 impact investing

The Power of ImpactInvestingHow is impact investing reshaping corporatestrategy, public policy and communitydevelopment?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Aligning corporate and societal objectives- Defining and delivering public goods- Crafting social innovation ecosystems

This session is linked to initiatives and communitiesof the Forum. Michael Drexler is available to briefparticipants.


169 population dynamics

Population, Poverty andProsperitySmall differences in family planning can have adramatic effect on population numbers over timeand drastically improve the quality of life formillions.

What new approaches can change the course ofthis trajectory to break the cycle of poverty, poorhealth and lack of education?

12.30 - 13.45Hotel Seehof - Salon Kirchner

170 power infrastructure

The Great Power ShiftHow are new trends in energy supply and demandreshaping the way economies are powered?

Dimensions to be addressed:- New demand-side and distributed energysolutions- Shifting frontiers of renewable energy supply- Potential of smart regulation in enabling energytransitions


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261 special address/rousseff

Special Address




175 anti-corruption

Designing Corruption outof the SystemHow can society design corruption out of public andprivate institutions?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Concerted industry action- Role of technology in enhancing transparency- Overseeing investment strategies in frontiermarkets

This session is linked to initiatives and communitiesof the Forum. Elaine Dezenski is available to briefparticipants.


176 betazone/smart sensors

Outsmarted by Sensors?What are the costs and benefits of scaling up theInternet of things?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Fostering social innovation through smartwearables- Embedding data privacy standards and controls- Managing bandwidth and infrastructure limitations


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178 debate/money

Forum Debate: Moneyand InfluenceAs income inequality rises, is money politicsundermining democracy?


Debating this question:


177 cultural heritage

Cultural Heritage: BeyondRepair?As we witness the erosion of cultural heritagearound the world, what challenges andopportunities arise?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Defining how something becomes heritage- Deciding what to do with relics- Creating a collective memory in fast-developingcities



181 israel palestine

Overcoming theIsraeli-Palestinian

ImpasseHow can the current diplomatic promise betranslated into tangible progress towards a lastingpeace between Israelis and Palestinians?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Insights on the negotiations- Impact of uncertainty in the Arab world- Role of business in supporting peace

This session is on the record


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182 structural unemployment

Solving the EmploymentEquationWhat sectors, skills and policy innovations willreduce structural unemployment?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Exploring the potential of new and traditionalsectors- Improving employment statistics and skillsforecasting- Creating enabling environments forentrepreneurship


180 insight/hawn

An Insight, An Idea withGoldie HawnA conversation with Goldie Hawn on howneuroscience, mindfulness training and social andemotional learning can change the world




174 al arabiya/middle east

The End Game for theMiddle EastAccelerated diplomacy, historical rivalries andsocial transformations are rapidly converging tofundamentally reshape the region. How can thesepivotal shifts be translated into stability andprosperity for future generations?

This session was developed in partnership with AlArabiya.




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179 diversity

The Power of DifferentHow are organizations turning diversity into anasset for building more resilient and robustinstitutions?

Session objectives:- Explore how to foster a creative workforce- Consider benefits of boardroom diversity- Examine new markets

15.00 - 17.00Congress Centre - Casanna 2

184 collaborate to innovate

Collaborate to InnovateHow can market leaders engage withentrepreneurs to spark innovation?

Session objectives:- Incubate entrepreneurial ventures- Debate how to remove barriers tointrapreneurship- Explore crowdsourcing and open innovationmodels

This session is linked to initiatives and communitiesof the Forum. Michael Drexler is available to briefparticipants.


186 journey/shiller

A Journey of DiscoveryFrom path-breaking empirical analysis on assetprices to profound insight on risk, bubbles andother aspects of finance in society, join us for a

journey of discovery with Nobel Laureate and YaleUniversity Professor Robert Shiller, the creator ofthe Case-Shiller Index and author of best-sellingbooks such as Irrational Exuberanceand Financeand the Good Society.




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From Consumers toCreators: Electronics

Assembly WorkshopLearn how to personalize and produce anelectronic circuit board at the Fab Lab.



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194 mental health

The Mental HealthImperativeHow can people protect and preserve theirwell-being in the face of rising rates of mentalillness?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Understanding impact on society- Destigmatizing mental illness- Collaborating for coordinated solutions


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189 betazone/shechtman

The Art and Science ofMatterNobel Laureate in chemistry Dan Shechtmanrecounts his heroic discovery of quasicrystals andexplains how his scientific breakthrough could beused in revolutionary materials that convert heat toelectricity.


192 ideaslab/cass

IdeasLab: ChartingChina's Future Roadmap

with the ChineseAcademy of SocialSciencesWhat reforms will help China tackle its mostfundamental social, economic and environmentalchallenges?

Discover and debate in the IdeasLab:Idea 1: Structural adjustment of the ChineseeconomyIdea 2: Addressing environmental degradation andresource constraintsIdea 3: From demographic dividend to reformdividend

Idea 4: Exploring the latest ideas for financialreform


193 ideaslab/swiss tech

IdeasLab: The Future ofCities with the Swiss

Federal Institute ofTechnologyWhat breakthrough innovations in urbanarchitecture and engineering will transform city life?

Discover and debate in the IdeasLab:Idea 1: A new view of architectureIdea 2: Developing intelligent design throughartificial intelligenceIdea 3: Future of the coastal metropolisIdea 4: Designing coexistence for open cities


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188 authenticity

The Authenticity FactorDoes authenticity actually matter?

Dimensions to be addressed:- The power of digital and simulated experiences- Reconnecting with the senses in a world ofdistractions- Responding to the desire for peak moments in life



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