World Economic Forum says Trump to take part virtually in Davos meeting, days after inauguration
Associated PressJan 16
Trump Addresses World Economic Forum
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Above: US Pres. Donald Trump makes a speech via video conference during the 55th annual meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland, on Jan. 23, 2025. Image copyright: Halil Sagirkaya/Contributor/Anadolu via Getty Images
The Facts
Marking his first major international appearance since taking office, US Pres. Donald Trump virtually addressed the World Economic Forum's (WEF) annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland, on Thursday, speaking about tariffs, the Ukraine war, and the Middle East.
Trump criticized the EU regarding trade practices and tariffs on American farm products and vehicles; he announced plans to pressure Saudi Arabia and OPEC (Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries) to lower oil prices; and urged central banks globally to lower interest rates.
Regarding Ukraine, he said lowering global oil prices would help end the conflict and that Moscow's willingness to negotiate is paramount. On other issues, he stated that the US must double its energy capacity to support artificial intelligence (AI) development, pledging emergency measures to expedite infrastructure.
The Spin
Anti-Trump narrative
Just a few days into his second presidency and Trump has already unleashed a torrent of falsehoods and exaggerations on the world stage. He falsely claimed the EU and Canada unfairly blocked US trade, distorted US-China trade deficit figures, and grossly misstated inflation and tax policies. His rhetoric, filled with inaccuracies, misleads both domestic and global audiences, undermining trust and credibility.
Pro-Trump narrative
Donald Trump's Davos speech shattered the global elite's illusions, prioritizing national interests over their corrupt agenda. He demanded NATO allies increase defense spending, called for lower oil prices, and rejected restrictive trade and environmental policies. What the warmongering Davos crowd likely hated the most, however, was Trump's firm stance on world peace — including his push for nuclear disarmament and ceaseless advocacy for Ukraine-Russia negotiations.
