Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney appears on a screen as he speaks during the 56th annual World Economic Forum (WEF) meeting in Davos, Switzerland, January 20.  He delivered a brutal takedown of Donald Trump's chaotic policies. Reuters
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Firstpost25-01-2026, 09:30

Davos 2026: Carney Steals Show from Trump; 'Board of Peace' & Immigration Crackdown

  • Donald Trump softened his stance on annexing Greenland at Davos, dropping threats of force and tariffs after initial aggressive posturing.
  • Trump unveiled a 'Board of Peace' at Davos, with 'superfans' like Javier Milei and Prabowo Subianto, but many European nations and India stayed away.
  • Mark Carney, Canadian PM, received a standing ovation for his speech at Davos, contrasting sharply with Trump's policies and irking the US President.
  • US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detained five-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and his father in Minnesota, part of an intensified immigration crackdown.
  • Donald Trump's second presidency has seen his family amass significant wealth through crypto, social media, and real estate ventures.

Why It Matters: Davos 2026 saw Mark Carney emerge as a strong voice against Trump's policies, amidst US immigration crackdowns.

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