Rolling Think Tank: From Duisburg to China: Luxury Train as Conference Venue
Large gatherings of influential minds, such as at the World Economic Forum in Davos, can get out of hand: too many forums and debates. A rolling think tank is now intended to establish a different concept.
Jovanka Porsche's project, "Wege in die Zukunft" (Ways into the Future), brings together influential thinkers and leaders on a luxurious train journey from Duisburg to Xi'an, China, from October 18 to November 4. The train, featuring a bar, piano, and gold-plated sinks, will travel along the historic Silk Road, with participants including Armin Laschet, Philipp Rösler, and Christian Kern.
With only 30 participants on board at a time, the group will discuss topics such as city planning, AI, and food security, and publish their findings later. The project aims to foster genuine encounters and in-depth discussions, contrasting with large events like the World Economic Forum in Davos. A further journey is planned for 2027, this time through Kenya.
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