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Elite meetings that influence media topics in 2025

While it's difficult to definitively say which specific "elite meetings" set media topics, several high-profile gatherings attract significant attention and discussions that often spill over into media coverage, shaping the narrative around important issues. Here are some examples from 2025:

World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting (Davos, Switzerland): The WEF brings together global leaders from business, government, civil society, and academia to discuss global challenges and potential solutions. Discussions at Davos often center on themes like global cooperation, economic growth, technological advancements (especially AI), and the climate crisis. These discussions, and the insights shared by prominent figures, can influence how these topics are framed and covered in the media throughout the year.

Bilderberg Meeting (Stockholm, Sweden): A private annual gathering of around 120-150 European and North American political and business elites, academics, and journalists. While operating under the Chatham House Rule, meaning discussions are kept confidential, the list of attendees and the broad themes discussed are often reported on. The 2025 meeting included topics like the transatlantic relationship, Ukraine, the US economy, Europe, the Middle East, the authoritarian axis, defense innovation, AI, deterrence and national security, proliferation, the geopolitics of energy and critical minerals, depopulation, and migration. The very secrecy of the meeting often fuels speculation and discussion in the media, particularly from those concerned about the influence of powerful groups on global affairs.

G7 Summit (Canada): This meeting of leaders from the seven largest advanced economies aims to address global economic and political issues. While achieving consensus among the G7 members can be challenging. The summit's ability to present a united front on issues like relations with Russia and China can also shape the media narrative around these topics.

Media and Journalism Conferences: Events specifically focused on the media industry, [and] can influence how issues are covered and framed in the media.

Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) meetings and initiatives: The CFR regularly convenes discussions, publishes analysis, and fosters dialogue on foreign policy and shape the way these are discussed in the media.

It's important to note that the influence of these meetings on media topics is complex and multifaceted. Media coverage is also shaped by other factors such as current events, public interest, and journalistic priorities.

Not mentioned is The Trilateral Comission, who's stated main goal is shaping aka "durecting" the global media narritives.