World Economic Forum, delegates and Davos general views

The video discusses the simultaneous global crises, including international security, food, climate, and health issues. It explores the impact of these crises on trade and global solidarity, questioning whether the world is moving away from multilateralism. The speaker expresses optimism for the medium term despite current uncertainties, emphasizing the importance of not retreating into protectionism. The video concludes with a call to reinvest in the multilateral system established post-World War II, highlighting its benefits and the need for continued global cooperation.

What term is used to describe the simultaneous occurrence of multiple global crises?

• Monocrisis

• Multicrisis

• Unicrisis

• Polycrisis

What is the general mood among delegates at Davos regarding the short-term future?

• Excited and hopeful

• Optimistic and confident

• Pessimistic and uncertain

• Indifferent and uninterested

What is the speaker's hope for the medium-term future?

• That countries will become more protectionist

• That multilateralism will be abandoned

• That things will work out positively

• That global crises will worsen

What does the speaker suggest should not be the conclusion drawn from current vulnerabilities?

• To strengthen global trade

• To retreat into protectionism

• To invest in new technologies

• To form new alliances

What has the multilateral system delivered over the past 75 years?

• Substantial benefits despite imperfections

• Complete global equality

• Perfect solutions for all countries

• No significant benefits