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The World Economic Forum is an independent international organization committed to improving the state of the world by engaging leaders in partnerships to shape global, regional and industry agendas.

Incorporated as a foundation in 1971, and based in Geneva, Switzerland, the World Economic Forum is impartial and not-for-profit. It is tied to no political, partisan or national interests. The World Economic Forum is under the supervision of the Swiss Federal Government.