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‘Absurd’ Davos has become an ‘international bunfight’ — critics

Annual four-day business meet-up is a firm favourite with Wall Street bankers

Monday 20 January 2020 at 00:01

Alphorn blowers perform during the opening of the World Economic Forum
Alphorn blowers perform during the opening of the World Economic Forum Photo: Getty Images

Davos Man has spoken. 

The World Economic Forum – the annual summit attended by world leaders, billionaires and celebrities – has lost its charm.