The WEF Global Risk Report 2025 by the World Economic Forum (WEF) highlights the evolving global risks for the coming years. Based on a comprehensive survey of over 900 international experts from business, politics, and academia, the report examines both short-term and long-term challenges.
According to the report, 52% of respondents expect an unsettled global landscape in the next two years, while 62% foresee rising geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainty over the next decade.
The geopolitical situation remains unstable, with state-led conflicts topping the list of current risks. The escalation of existing conflicts, particularly in Ukraine, the Middle East, and Sudan, has further exacerbated global security concerns.
The increasing proliferation of artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI has heightened the risk of disinformation and cybercrime. Misinformation, targeted manipulation, and cyberattacks threaten democratic processes and economic stability.
The effects of climate change are no longer just a long-term concern but an immediate reality. Extreme weather events, environmental pollution, and biodiversity loss rank among the most severe risks through 2035.
To mitigate risks, the report calls for enhanced international cooperation, investments in sustainable technologies, and unified regulations for AI and cybersecurity. Businesses and governments must develop strategies to become more resilient to global crises.
The WEF Global Risk Report 2025 presents a bleak outlook for the global landscape but simultaneously emphasizes the necessity for collective efforts in risk mitigation. Particularly, climate change, geopolitical tensions, and technological progress require innovative and multilateral solutions. Only through joint action can a sustainable and secure future be ensured.