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Ukrainian President Zelenskyy said the first trilateral meeting between the U.S., Ukraine and Russia would take place on Friday (January 23) and Saturday (January 24)
Updated – January 22, 2026 11:10 pm IST
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy meets U.S. President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum on January 22, 2026. Photo credits: X/@ZelenskyyUa
Mr. Trump signed the charter of the “Board of Peace,” which he has billed as a body for resolving international conflicts, with other founding members in Davos on Thursday (January 22, 2026). U.S. officials, during the launch, presented their vision for a “New Gaza” that would turn the shattered Palestinian territory into a glitzy resort of skyscrapers by the sea, a project that could start emerging in three years.
The countries which have accepted Trump’s invitation are Argentina, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Belarus, Egypt, Hungary, Kazakhstan, Morocco, Pakistan, UAE and Vietnam. A number of countries, including China, Germany, Italy, Paraguay, Russia, Slovenia, Turkiye and Ukraine, have remained non-committal on the invitation.
After meeting U.S. President Donald Trump met Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) held in Davos, Mr. Zelenskyy slammed Europe’s response to the U.S.-Greenland dispute. ““Instead of taking the lead in defending freedom worldwide, especially when America’s focus shifts elsewhere, Europe looks lost trying to convince the U.S. President to change,” Mr. Zelenskyy said in a fiery speech.
Zelenskyy said the meetings would take place on Friday (January 23) and Saturday (January 24), speaking after he gave an address at the World Economic Forum in the Swiss Alpine resort Davos. .
Also Read: Trump Board of Peace: List of members invited and countries that rejected the proposal
Mr. Trump’s quest to take control of Greenland, which he said was needed for national and international security, dominated his address to the World Economic Forum as he returned for the first time in six years. “It’s the United States alone that can protect this giant mass of land, this giant piece of ice,” Mr. Trump told a packed audience of global political and business leaders in the Swiss ski resort who queued for more than an hour to listen.
Also Read: World Economic Forum 2026 Day 2 highlights
Earlier in the day, Information Technology Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said that producing massive large language models (LLMs) did not necessarily give countries a geopolitical “edge” and that the return on the massive investments being made in AI technologies would go to countries that were able to deploy them profitably.
(With inputs from agencies)
- January 22, 2026 23:10
What is Trump’s Board of Peace all about?
- January 22, 2026 23:09
Trump launches Board of Peace that some fear rivals UN
- January 22, 2026 22:10
Zelenskyy says territorial issues not yet resolved in war in Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Thursday (January 22, 2026) that a document outlining U.S. security guarantees for Ukraine was complete, but that territorial issues had not yet been resolved in the war against Russia’s invading forces.Speaking to reporters at the World Economic Forum in Davos, he said both Russia and Ukraine should make compromises in the peace process, and that an upcoming trilateral meeting of top officials was a “positive” step.
“We speak about one issue, which is the most difficult, which has not been been solved, and I think trilateral meetings will show each variant,” Zelenskyy said.
- January 22, 2026 22:08
Civil aviation minister Naidu holds meetings with officials, executives at Davos
Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu met European Union Transport Commissioner Apostolos Tzitzikostas and ‘had a discussion on sustainability and innovation.’He also had a meeting with Brazilian aerospace major Embraer’s CEO Francisco Gomes Neto and discussed the way forward to enhance the company’s presence in the Indian aviation ecosystem through strategic tie-ups with Indian players.
– PTI
- January 22, 2026 20:46
Zelenskyy discussed Ukraine’s security guarantees, post-war recovery with Trump
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he discussed security guarantees and a plan for post-war recovery during his meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump in Davos.Mr. Zelenskyy also said the two talked about the sequence of how to bring ongoing talks on ending the war to “real negotiations”.
– Reuters
- January 22, 2026 20:38
Ukrainian, U.S., Russian officials to meet together for the first time in UAE, Zelenskyy says
Ukrainian and Russian teams will have their first trilateral meeting with U.S. officials in the United Arab Emirates, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Thursday (January 22, 2026).Mr. Zelenskyy said the meetings would take place on Friday (January 23) and Saturday (January 24), speaking after he gave an address at the World Economic Forum in the Swiss Alpine resort Davos.
– Reuters
- January 22, 2026 20:37
Zelenskyy slams Europe’s response to Greenland dispute, urges courage
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy criticised Europe’s response to the Greenland dispute with the U.S., saying that the continent needed to show more courage and describing it as a “fragmented kaleidoscope” of small and middle powers.“Instead of taking the lead in defending freedom worldwide, especially when America’s focus shifts elsewhere, Europe looks lost trying to convince the U.S. president to change,” Zelenskyy said in a fiery speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos on Thursday (January 22, 2026).
– Reuters
- January 22, 2026 19:56
U.S. touts ‘New Gaza’ filled with luxury real estate
U.S. officials on Thursday (January 22, 2206) presented their vision for a “New Gaza” that would turn the shattered Palestinian territory into a glitzy resort of skyscrapers by the sea, a project that could start emerging in three years.“We’re going to be very successful in Gaza. It’s going to be a great thing to watch,” President Donald Trump said while presenting his controversial “Board of Peace” conflict-resolution body in Davos.
– AFP
- January 22, 2026 19:23
RMZ ties up with MMRDA, CIDCO at Davos to facilitate up to $30 billon investments in Mumbai region
Realty firm RMZ Group will facilitate investments of up to USD 30 billion in projects across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region over the next 10 years.In a statement on Thursday (January 22, 2026), the company said it has formed a strategic investment partnership with Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) and City & Industrial Development Corporation of Maharashtra Ltd in Davos.
- January 22, 2026 19:21
RPSG Group to invest ₹10,500 crore in north Karnataka; InoxGFL plans wind tower unit
The RPSG Group will invest ₹10,500 crore over the next three years in Karnataka’s Vijayapura and Ballari districts, Large and Medium Industries Minister M.B. Patil said on Thursday (January 22, 2026), adding that the State government would extend all necessary support to facilitate the investments.– PTI
- January 22, 2026 19:20
Andhra Minister Lokesh meets Telangana CM Reddy in Davos, both leaders vow to work together
Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy and Andhra Pradesh Minister Nara Lokesh on Thursday (January 22, 2026) expressed the view that the development of the Telugu States is possible only through cooperation, official sources said.– PTI
- January 22, 2026 19:19
DP World signs pact to develop logistics hub in Madhya Pradesh in Davos
Logistics operator DP World on Thursday (January 22, 2026) said it has signed an agreement with Madhya Pradesh to develop the Powarkheda Logistics Composite Hub, an inland logistics gateway designed to strengthen India’s export competitiveness and accelerate inclusive economic growth in Central India.– PTI
- January 22, 2026 19:17
Trump warns of ‘big retaliation’ if Europeans dump U.S. Treasuries
President Donald Trump warned on Thursday (January 22, 2026) of major reprisals if European countries dumped key holdings of U.S. Treasury bonds to pressure Washington.“If that would happen, there would be a big retaliation on our part, and we have all the cards,” Mr. Trump said on Fox Business Network.
– AFP
- January 22, 2026 19:14
I met Ukrainian President Zelenskyy here, will soon meet Putin; war must end: U.S. President Donald Trump before leaving Davos.
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday (January 22, 2026) that his meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy in Davos was “very good” and that his message to Russian President Vladimir Putin is that the war in Ukraine has to end.Trump spoke briefly to reporters after leaving the meeting with Zelenskiy, which the White House said lasted for about an hour.
– Reuters
- January 22, 2026 18:16
India open to partners across economic spectrum; resilient against global debt concerns: Vaishnaw
Leading a strong Indian delegation at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said the country has given a clear message about its willingness to partner across the economic spectrum, and the country commands a strong resilience against global debt worries.In an interview with PTI here, the Minister also stated that all ten states present have effectively showcased their potential in accordance with the mantra of cooperative and competitive federalism outlined by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
“India’s message here is very clear on how the Prime Minister has transformed and opened the Indian economy in the last 11 years. This time’s message is partner with India and subscribe to the future,” he said.
– PTI
- January 22, 2026 18:08
India deeply engaged on trade matters: Union Minister Vaishnaw on Trump’s remarks on U.S. deal
A day after U.S President Donald Trump stated he will have a ‘good’ trade deal with India, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Thursday (January 22, 2026) said it is very encouraging, given India’s position and deep engagement on global trade matters.Mr. Trump had said here last evening that the U.S. is going to have a good trade deal with India and described Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a “fantastic man” and his friend for whom he has great respect.
Asked about Mr. Trump’s remarks, Vaishnaw told PTI, “Given India’s position and deep engagement on trade matters, it is very encouraging”.
Vaishnaw is leading a large Indian delegation here for the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting, comprising Union Ministers, as well as Chief Ministers and senior ministers from several States. Besides, more than 100 Indian CEOs are also here.
– PTI
- January 22, 2026 18:05
Zelenskyy-Trump meeting has started, according to the Ukraine President’s office
The encounter comes hours before U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff and Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner hold talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow, with Washington pushing to secure a deal to end the almost four-year war.– AFP
- January 22, 2026 18:03
Trump says Greenland agreement still being negotiated
President Donald Trump said the details of a U.S. agreement over Greenland were still being worked out on Thursday (January 22, 2026), speaking one day after stepping back from a tariff threat and ruling out the use of force to seize the Danish territory.“It’s really being negotiated now, the details of it. But essentially it’s total access. It’s – there’s no end, there’s no time limit,” Mr. Trump told Fox Business Network in an interview from Davos, where he is attending the World Economic Forum.
– Reuters
- January 22, 2026 17:25
EU leaders gather to chart new course for transatlantic ties after Trump threats over Greenland
European Union leaders are gathering for emergency talks on Thursday (January 22, 2026) to chart a new course in transatlantic relations after a tumultuous two weeks dominated by U.S. President Donald Trump’s renewed threats to take control of Greenland.On the eve of their summit, Mr. Trump dramatically backed away from his insistence on “acquiring” Greenland, a semiautonomous territory of Denmark. For the first time, he said that he would not use force to seize the island. Trump also dropped his threat of slapping tariffs on eight European nations supporting Denmark.
Yet nothing suggests that the unpredictable U.S. leader won’t change his mind again. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen this week cast doubts over his reliability after he appeared ready to renege on an EU-U.S. trade deal sealed in July that was meant to end further tariffs.
– Reuters
- January 22, 2026 16:50
Trump pact calls for allies to act fast on Arctic security says NATO’s Rutte
The framework deal on Greenland agreed with U.S. President Donald Trump would require NATO allies to step up on Arctic security and the first results of this will be seen this year, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte told Reuters on Thursday (January 22, 2026).It was now up to NATO commanders to work through the details of extra security requirements, Mr. Rutte said in an interview at the World Economic Forum’s (WEF) annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland, adding that he was sure non-Arctic NATO allies would want to contribute to the effort.
“We will come together in NATO with our senior commanders to work out what is necessary,” an upbeat Mr. Rutte said, adding: “I have no doubt we can do this quite fast. Certainly I would hope for 2026, I hope even early in 2026.”
– Reuters
- January 22, 2026 16:48
Canadian PM Carney’s Davos speech earns rare standing ovation
Renewed verbal attacks from U.S. President Donald Trump are prompting Canadians to rally behind Prime Minister Mark Carney, who earned a rare standing ovation in Davos for openly decrying powerful nations using economic integration as weapons and tariffs as leverage. In his speech, Mr. Carney called on nations to accept that a rules-based global order was over and pointed to Canada as an example of how “middle powers” might act together to avoid being victimised by American hegemony.“When the rules no longer protect you, you must protect yourself,” he said. “Middle powers must act together because if you are not on the table, you are on the menu.”
In response, Mr. Trump retorted that Canada “lives because of the United States,” and told the crowd in Davos that Mr. Carney should be grateful for the United States’ previous largesse, addressing the prime minister directly: “Remember that, Mark, the next time you make your statements.”
– Reuters
- January 22, 2026 16:44
OMV CEO says strict rules on plastic recycling could stifle innovation
OMV Chief Executive Alfred Stern warned on Thursday (January 22, 2026) that overly stringent rules for building a plastics circular economy risk stifling emerging technologies before they become commercially viable.Speaking at a World Economic Forum panel in the Swiss alpine resort of Davos, Mr. Stern said the sector faces an “innovator’s dilemma” as new processes must compete with petrochemical supply chains refined over decades.
It is cheaper to produce, use and then dispose of plastic materials, Mr. Stern said, adding that financial incentives were needed to invest in collection and sorting systems.
– Reuters
- January 22, 2026 16:28
U.S. energy secretary calls for doubling global oil output in Davos
The world needs to more than double oil production, U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright said on Thursday (January 22, 2026), while criticising the European Union and the U.S. state of California for wasting money on what he described as inefficient green energy.In recent years, the World Economic Forum’s discussions on energy have centred on ways to boost lower-carbon policies. But during Mr. Wright’s discussion with energy company Occidental’s CEO Vicki Hollub in Davos, they emphasised that the world will depend on oil for decades to come.
Mr. Wright said corporate environmental regulations in the European Union posed risks to energy cooperation with the United States and warned they could affect U.S. gas imports into Europe.
– Reuters
- January 22, 2026 16:22
Trump vows Gaza will be demilitarised and rebuilt
U.S. President Donald Trump said at the “Board of Peace” ceremony in Davos that there was a commitment to ensure Gaza was demilitarised and “beautifully rebuilt”.– Reuters
- January 22, 2026 16:21
Trump says Iran wants to talk ‘and we’ll talk’
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday (January 22, 2026) at the launch of his so-called Board of Peace in Davos that Iran wants to hold talks with the United States, and that Washington was willing to do so.Mr. Trump recalled that the United States had struck Iranian uranium enrichment sites last year to prevent Tehran from making a nuclear weapon.
“Can’t let that happen,” he said. “And Iran does want to talk, and we’ll talk.”
– AFP
- January 22, 2026 16:09
Trump signs documents formally establishing ‘Board of Peace’ for Gaza
U.S. President Donald Trump signs documents that formally establish a “Board of Peace”.Click here for the list of members who were invited
- January 22, 2026 15:53
Ukraine’s Zelenskyy arrives for Davos talks with Trump
U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff today said “a lot of progress” had been made in Ukraine peace talks and that negotiations were down to one last issue, as Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in Switzerland for talks with U.S. President Donald Trump.Mr. Zelenskyy’s spokesperson said in a statement that the Ukrainian leader had arrived in Switzerland today and would meet with Mr. Trump at 1 p.m. (1200 GMT) before delivering a speech at 2:30 p.m. (1330 GMT).
– Reuters
- January 22, 2026 15:43
Greenland talks aim to prevent Russia, China ‘access’: NATO chief
Talks with the U.S. on Greenland will aim to ensure China and Russia do not get military and economic access to the Danish Arctic territory, NATO’s chief said today.Following talks with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte in Davos, Switzerland, yesterday, U.S. President Donald Trump backed down on threats to seize Greenland by force, saying he had reached a “framework” of a deal on the island that satisfies him.
“It was a very good discussion,” Mr. Rutte said at a Ukrainian event on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in the Swiss mountain resort.
Mr. Rutte said the next talks will build on the results from his meeting with Mr. Trump.
One “work stream” to emerge from his meeting with Trump was how NATO allies – including its seven members in the Arctic – can “collectively make sure that the Arctic stays safe, that the Russians and the Chinese stay out”.
The other issue, he said, was “that we ensure that the Chinese and the Russians will not gain access to the Greenland economy” or militarily.
Mr. Trump’s threats over the vast Arctic territory – an autonomous part of NATO member Denmark – had plunged relations between Europe and its key ally Washington into their deepest crisis in decades.
– AFP
- January 22, 2026 14:39
UK won’t join ‘Board of Peace’ signing ceremony: Foreign Minister
Britain will not take part in Thursday’s signing ceremony for US President Donald Trump’s “Board of Peace” in Davos, Foreign Minister Yvette Cooper said. “There’s a huge amount of work to do, we won’t be one of the signatories today,” Cooper told BBC television from the Swiss mountain town, amid UK concerns about the inclusion of Russian President Vladimir Putin, whose forces are still fighting in Ukraine after invading in 2022.– Reuters
- January 22, 2026 13:35
World Economic Forum to partner in Telangana’s ‘Rising 2047’ vision
Telangana CM meets WEF MD, explains need for follow-up forum in July-August
Telangana CM proposes annual follow-up forum with WEF to enhance discussions, showcasing state opportunities and strategic partnerships.
The WEF has expressed its intent to partner with the State government on its ‘Telangana Rising 2047’ vision, official sources said on Thursday (January 22, 2026).
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy met Jeremy Jurgens, managing director of WEF and Manju George, Head of Strategic Impact and Integration, C4IR (Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution) Network, at the Telangana Pavilion during the ongoing WEF 2026 at Davos.
The Chief Minister presented the “Telangana Rising 2047” vision and the roadmap and strategy being implemented towards reaching the goal of becoming a $3 trillion economy.
The CM stressed that the current focus of the government is promotion of electric vehicles and transition to renewable energy.– PTI
- January 22, 2026 12:49
NATO’s Rutte says Davos Trump is committed to Ukraine
The United States remain committed to Ukraine, NATO Secretary Mark Rutte said on Thursday (January 22, 2026) at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.Asked if U.S. President Donald Trump was committed to Ukrainian independence and sovereignty, Mr. Rutte replied: “Yes! And I have never doubted this.”
“What we need is to keep our eyes on the ball of Ukraine. Let’s not drop that ball”, Mr. Rutte said.– Reuters
- January 22, 2026 12:48
NATO’s Rutte says he discussed with Trump how to keep Arctic safe
NATO Secretary Mark Rutte on Thursday (January 22, 2026) said he had discussed with U.S. President Donald Trump how to keep the Arctic region safe.“We had a very good discussion on that”, Mr. Rutte told the World Economic Forum in Davos.
Mr. Rutte said further talks would “make sure when it comes to Greenland particularly, that we ensure that the Chinese and the Russians will not gain access to the Greenland economy (or) militarily to Greenland.” — Reuters
- January 22, 2026 11:48
Decision on joining Board of Peace after consultations with strategic partners: Putin
Russian President Vladimir Putin has said any decision on joining the Board of Peace led by the U.S. to oversee the Gaza ceasefire plan will be taken after consultations with Moscow’s strategic partners.“Regarding our participation in the ‘Peace Board’, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has been instructed to study the documents received by us, consult with our strategic partners on this matter, and only then will we be able to respond to the invitation extended to us,” Mr. Putin said in his televised opening remarks at the national Security Council meeting late Wednesday (January 21, 2026) night.
Decision on joining Board of Peace after consultations with strategic partners: Putin
Putin discusses potential participation in U.S.-led Peace Board for Gaza after consultations, dismisses concerns over Trump’s Greenland demand.
- January 22, 2026 11:37
Amruta Fadnavis hits back at Sanjay Raut, says ‘my husband in Davos not for picnic’
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis is not in Davos for a picnic, his banker-singer wife Amruta Fadnavis said on Wednesday, responding to remarks by Shiv Sena-UBT MP Sanjay Raut.Mr. Fadnavis is in Davos to participate in the World Economic Forum (WEF) annual meeting.
“I can never understand his (Raut’s) language. But I will only say this much that someone who goes for a picnic does not hold conferences and meetings daily from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. to bring investment to India and Maharashtra, and boost employment,” Amruta told reporters on the sidelines of an event in Mumbai.
Amruta Fadnavis hits back at Sanjay Raut, says ‘my husband in Davos not for picnic’
Amruta Fadnavis defends her husband Devendra’s WEF trip, dismissing Sanjay Raut’s picnic remarks as baseless and unfounded.
- January 22, 2026 11:35
WEF 2026: Nvidia boss sees ‘trillions’ in AI spending ahead
The infrastructure to develop and power generative artificial intelligence models will require further “trillions” of dollars in investment, the head of top AI chipmaker Nvidia said Wednesday (January 21, 2026).Nvidia boss Jensen Huang spoke at the World Economic Forum in Davos, where AI boosterism has been overshadowed by a transatlantic confrontation over US President Donald Trump’s desire to annex Greenland.
Davos 2026: Nvidia boss sees ‘trillions’ in AI spending ahead
Nvidia has come to dominate spending on the processors needed for training and operating the large language models (LLMs) behind chatbots like OpenAI’s ChatGPT or Google Gemini.
- January 22, 2026 09:56
Trump to unveil ‘Board of Peace’ at Davos after Greenland backtrack
On his second day at the Swiss ski resort, Mr. Trump will seek to promote the “Board of Peace”, his controversial body for resolving international conflicts, with a signing ceremony for the organisation’s charter.The fledgling board boasts a $1 billion price tag for permanent membership and the U.S. President has invited leaders including Russia’s Vladimir Putin, Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu and Hungary’s Viktor Orban to join.
“I think it’s the greatest board ever formed,” Mr. Trump said on Wednesday (January 21, 2026) as he met Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, another of the leaders who have agreed to join.
— AFP
- January 22, 2026 09:30
Trump cancels tariff threat over Greenland, says NATO agreed to ‘framework’ of future Arctic deal
U.S. President Donald Trump announced Wednesday (January 21, 2026) that he was cancelling his planned tariff on U.S. allies in Europe over U.S. control of Greenland after he and the leader of NATO agreed to a framework of a future deal on Arctic security.The abrupt about-face emerged hours after Mr. Trump had insisted that he wants to “get Greenland, including right, title and ownership,” but said he would not use force to do so while deriding European allies and vowing that NATO should not try to block U.S. expansionism.
Trump cancels tariff threat over Greenland, says NATO agreed to ‘framework’ of future Arctic deal
Trump cancels Greenland tariff threat, announces NATO’s framework for Arctic security, amid geopolitical tensions and territorial disputes.
- January 22, 2026 09:27
U.S. President’s 70-minute special address at WEF 2026, Davos | Read full here
Trump calls for ‘immediate’ talks on Greenland but rules out use of force
Trump demands urgent talks on Greenland acquisition, asserting U.S. strength but ruling out military action against Denmark.
Published – January 22, 2026 09:27 am IST
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