Kiri

Ms Piret Hartman Minister Ministry of Culture of Estonia Suur-Karja 23 Tallinn 15076 Estonia 15 December 2022 Dear Minister, It is my pleasure to invite you to the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2023 in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland from Monday 16 to Tuesday 17 January 2023. The Annual Meeting gathers top decision-makers in politics, business and civil society to work together to address the key issues on the global agenda and to set the necessary priorities. The multitude of present and possible future crises make the Annual Meeting 2023 particularly relevant. Amongst other issues, the programme will highlight the role of arts and culture in helping address global issues and how they are essential in helping people understand, negotiate, and navigate their way through the challenges of the modern world. Participants will explore what divides people and how arts and culture can foster understanding and cooperation. The rich arts and culture programme will also address the imperatives of climate change, gender equality and the global refugee crisis through a series of curated exhibitions and sessions throughout the week. On Monday 16 January at 18.00 you are cordially invited to the 28th Annual Crystal Awards. This year’s awardees are four exceptional cultural leaders who are being honoured for their work to promote environmental conservation, food security, climate change, mental health and education. I very much look forward to engaging you in this effort and to welcoming you in Davos. Yours sincerely,