World Economic Forum is an international organization that promotes discussion and action on a wide range of global issues. The organization provides a framework for interaction between business leaders and representatives from government, education, labor, and other fields. In its meetings and events, the World Economic Forum addresses such topics as economic development, business ethics, and various social and political developments. The membership of the organization includes prominent companies from around the world. Numerous others act as strategic partners. The forum's headquarters are in Geneva, Switzerland.