World Economic Forum Chief Resigns Amid Investigation Into Epstein Links

The President and Chief Executive Officer of the World Economic Forum, Børge Brende, has announced his decision to step down from his role.

Brende made the announcement on Thursday, just weeks after the global organisation initiated an independent review into his past interactions with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

The forum had earlier confirmed that an external investigation was underway to examine the nature of Brende’s relationship with Epstein. While details of the inquiry have not been publicly disclosed, the development comes amid heightened scrutiny over past associations linked to the late financier.

No further information has yet been provided regarding Brende’s departure timeline or interim leadership plans at the Geneva-based institution.