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Klaus Schwab’s Resignation from WEF: Oversight and Unelected Power in Focus
On April 21, 2025, coinciding with Easter Monday, Klaus Schwab, the founder and chairman of the World Economic Forum (WEF), announced his immediate resignation from the board of trustees. At 87, Schwab cited his age and the organization’s need for renewal as reasons for stepping down. However, the timing of his exit, amid whistleblower allegations and mounting criticism of the WEF’s unelected influence, suggests deeper forces at play. This article explores the circumstances surrounding Schwab’s departure and the growing calls for oversight of the WEF’s role in global policymaking. The Context of Schwab’s Resignation Schwab’s resignation followed a tumultuous period for the WEF. On April 22, 2025, the organization announced an investigation into allegations of misconduct raised by an anonymous whistleblower letter. According to The Wall Street Journal,…