The fastest growth will come in technology, sustainability, healthcare and essential services, demanding a blend of technical and human-focused skills.

US President Donald Trump will attend the World Economic Forum's annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland, next year, according to a White House official.

Saudi Arabia kicked off a major investment conference featuring heads of state and the global business elite on Tuesday as it seeks support for its sprawling "gigaprojects" and sky-high AI ambitions.