Professor Adam Tooze previewed the second day of the World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting of the New Champions 2026, where Premier Li Qiang is scheduled to speak [1].
The appearance of the Chinese Premier at this summit serves as a critical focal point for global economic discussions. As the event is hosted by WEF Asia in China, the address is expected to signal China's current economic priorities and its approach to international cooperation.
Tooze, who serves as the director of the European Institute at Columbia University, said in a video that he was outlining the upcoming agenda for the gathering [1]. The Annual Meeting of the New Champions, often referred to as AMNC26, brings together leaders from business, government, and academia to discuss emerging technologies and economic shifts [1].
Day two of the summit is designed to highlight key policy directions and industrial trends. The inclusion of Premier Li Qiang on the schedule underscores the event's role as a bridge between the Chinese leadership and the global business community, a dynamic that remains central to global trade stability.
Tooze said that the day's highlights would center on the Premier's address and other high-level sessions. The gathering focuses on the "New Champions," which typically refers to the companies and innovators driving the next wave of global economic growth [1].
“Premier Li Qiang is scheduled to speak.”
The participation of Premier Li Qiang at a World Economic Forum event in China suggests a strategic effort to project economic openness and leadership. By utilizing the AMNC26 platform, the Chinese government can communicate directly with global investors and innovators, potentially attempting to stabilize foreign sentiment toward its markets during a period of economic transition.
