"Davos Dilemma: Navigating Political Extremism and Optimism in 2024"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by POLITICO
Corporate leaders are apprehensive about the upcoming global elections in 2024, particularly in countries with strong populist and nationalist sentiments, fearing potential instability and economic consequences. Despite concerns, there is a lack of concrete solutions from the business community to address societal polarization. The World Economic Forum highlighted worries about political polarization and its impact on global risks. The Davos crowd expressed unease about the potential return of Donald Trump and the uncertainty surrounding the U.S. election, with concerns about trade policies and investment decisions. Amidst the political climate, some business leaders are looking to renewable energy as an area where economic forces may overcome partisan resistance.