World Economic Forum - Davos 23rd to 27th January 2003

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The World Economic Forum (WEF) is a meeting of big business leaders and politicians to discuss world social and economic policy.

Previous WEFs have led to the creation of the bodies like the World Trade Organisation.

Key dates
What to watch for
Background information
Everything you need to know

Latest WEF news

Matt Phillips, our Senior Corporates Campaigner is sending daily updates direct from the WEF in Switzerland.

28th January 2003: Wrapping up
Was the WEF just a load of hot air?

27th January 2003: Stark contrasts
We expose corporate lobbying against regulations.

26th January: Oil, lies and videotape
We get news of a secret oil meeting.

25th January: Protests in Davos and Brazil
Heavy handed policing near Davos.

24th January: Hey, Mr. Postman...
Double standards in evidence.

23rd January: Talks open
The WEF and Public Eye begin.

Key dates

These are the events to watch out for:

23rd January
World Economic Forum and the Public Eye on Davos counter conference start
25th January
Many politicians arrive. Major public protest expected.
27th January
Last day of the Public Eye on Davos
28th January
Last day of the WEF

Background information

Friends of the Earth believes that big business isn't using the enormous power it wields responsibly. We are campaigning for new laws to make companies accountable for the damage they cause.

The Public Eye on Davos is a coalition of organisations - including Friends of the Earth International - that will be providing an alternative commentary on the WEF.