Today, the Davos World Economic Forum opened with an award ceremony for winners of the Crystal Awards for cultural leaders and artists.

Winners of 21st Crystal Awards were Japanese architect Shigeru Ban, Anrea Bochelli- famouns Italian operatic tenor Andrea Bocelli, and Grammy Award winning musician Angelique Kidjo, who is also a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador and the founder of “Batongo Fund”.   

During the 45th annual World Economic Forum aside from up to date economic issues,  other global issues will be discussed.

More than 2,500 delegates are participating in the World Economic Forum this year. A Mongolian delegation headed by President Ts.Elbegdorj is participating in the five-day forum.