IV 111th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1148 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES March 9, 2010 Mr. Baird (for himself and Mr. Fortenberry) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs RESOLUTION Expressing support for the mission and goals of the World Economic Forum.

Whereas the World Economic Forum is embarking on its 40th year as a crucial nexus through which the world’s leading policy makers, heads of state, business innovators, nongovernmental organizations, and cultural and religious leaders join together to discuss key issues of global importance; Whereas the World Economic Forum has drawn attention to the clear connection between global economics and overall human advancement, and has called upon its members to act to improve the state of the world; Whereas the World Economic Forum serves as a key international forum for discussing such matters as the rule of law, financial regulation, international trade, currency and market stability, and global economic development; Whereas the World Economic Forum has demonstrated a commitment to advancing public-private cooperation on food security, water security, environmental sustainability, and education in addition to international economic stability; Whereas the World Economic Forum has promoted the development of the next generation of world leaders through the Forum of Young Global Leaders community; Whereas the World Economic Forum has helped to bridge economic and political divides, serving as an important venue to bring international accord and foster improved relations between nations; Whereas the World Economic Forum reaches beyond the bounds of economic policy, encouraging public and private solutions to the problems of hunger, disease, and basic education through their Global Health Initiative and Global Education Initiative; and Whereas the World Economic Forum continues to focus international policy towards partnership, peace, and prosperity: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives— (1)expresses support for the mission and goals of the World Economic Forum and encourages the ongoing pursuit of productive international collaboration through economic, political, cultural, and intellectual engagement; (2)honors and congratulates Klaus Schwab for creating the World Economic Forum and for his 40 years of successful leadership; and (3)honors the 40th anniversary of the World Economic Forum’s leadership in global economic and social development.