The authorities of the Canton Grisons draw a positive
conclusion following the 47th annual meeting of the World Economic
Forum (WEF). As always, all WEF events were carried out in an orderly and
peaceful manner. Due to the current threat level, all security forces were
tasked with heightened control and intelligence activities. The measures taken proved
to be effective and no security-related incidents occurred.
The attendance of a large Chinese delegation headed by President Xi
Jinping proved to be a special challenge this year. In addition, a large number
of government representatives and ministers as well as leading personalities
from business, politics, and science participated in this year's annual
meeting. Six of the seven members of the Swiss Federal Council took the opportunity for talks
within this national and international environment. At the same time, members
of the Cantonal Government of the Canton Grisons met with numerous
representatives from the business community as well as members of the
governments of other cantons and the Swiss Confederation in Davos.
The Canton Grisons and the alpine city of Davos were once again able to
underscore their importance as a convention venue while further promoting
Switzerland’s reputation as a safe and peaceful location for dialogue and
exchange of views. Various demonstrations were approved, and carried out
peacefully. Both the enhanced control activities by the security forces and
increased police presence enjoyed wide acceptance among WEF participants as
well as the local populace. The Government of the Canton Grisons notes with
satisfaction that the challenges were mastered and the entire week was peaceful
and quiet.
The World Economic Forum in Davos is possible only with the support of
the numerous partners and the local populace. The WEF Committee for the
Government of the Canton Grisons would thus like to take the opportunity to
thank all cantons and the cities of Chur, St. Gall, and Zurich as well as the
Principality of Liechtenstein for their willingness to participate in the security
mission surrounding the WEF. This thanks extends as well to all security forces
of the police, the armed forces, and the border guard.
Body: Government
of the Canton Grisons
Source: WEF
Committee for the Government of the Canton Grisons
Date: January
20, 2017, 5 p.m.
Phone: 081
410 02 80