In a powerful speech at the World Economic Forum, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged Europe to take a more proactive role in global affairs, stating that the continent must “step up” and “learn how to take care of itself” in order to command respect on the world stage.

The news was reported by Suspilne, citing presidential spokesperson Serhii Nykyforov. In Davos, Zelenskyy will participate in the World Economic Forum. His agenda also includes bilateral talks with leaders from Latin America and Asia,

With a call for `collaboration for the intelligent age`, the World Economic Forum began its annual meeting in Davos on by conferring legendary footballer David Beckham and two others with the prestigious Crystal Awards and an opening concert that brought together classical music and AI-generated visuals to spotlight an urgent environmental crisis facing Antarctica,