World leaders gathered at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, to address pressing global challenges on January 21, 2025. Key discussions revolved around international trade, with Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang advocating against protectionism and emphasizing multilateralism. Meanwhile, EU chief Ursula von der Leyen reaffirmed Ukraine's sovereignty, stressing its right to choose its future, especially amid concerns about US involvement in the ongoing conflict with Russia. The atmosphere at Davos is tense, influenced by recent geopolitical events like the Gaza ceasefire and Donald Trump's inauguration.
Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang emphasized in Davos that 'Protectionism leads to nowhere, and there are no winners in a trade war,' urging for multilateralism.
Ursula von der Leyen stated, 'Ukraine is a sovereign country and Ukraine determined its own future by asking for accession to the European Union.'
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