Similar to Trump's visit to Davos last year, Bolsonaro attempted to soften the radical message that propelled him to the presidency last autumn. He portrayed Brazil as a favorable destination for business, emphasizing its dedication to eradicating corruption and reducing regulations. However, Bolsonaro also declared his intention to eradicate left-wing ideology from politics and society, unapologetically prioritizing economic growth despite criticisms that this may harm the environment. In a speech to a full room, Bolsonaro stated that his administration represents a new era in Brazil, free from ideological biases, with the motto "God above all things." Bolsonaro's speech at Davos marked a departure from the conference's usual attendees, as he embodies values conflicting with the idea of global cooperation and a liberal world order. His nationalist tendencies, authoritarian approach, and controversial remarks make him the opposite of a typical "Davos Man." Despite concerns about his policies, such as loosening gun restrictions and limiting LGBTQ rights, he has not yet withdrawn from the Paris climate accord. Bolsonaro stated on Tuesday that Brazil would cooperate with the world to decrease carbon emissions, without mentioning the accord. He also mentioned that critics could learn from Brazil. Bolsonaro and Trump have developed a strong relationship, and there are similarities between them. Bolsonaro bragged about winning despite facing constant unfair attacks, similar to Trump's criticism of the news media. Despite speaking in a hot room, Bolsonaro wore a long winter coat. Trump also enjoys these items: He was recently seen wearing one in the State Dining Room while posing with fast food for the Clemson University football team. Following Bolsonaro's inauguration, Trump congratulated him on Twitter. Bolsonaro responded, expressing a desire to bring prosperity with God's guidance. Trump, who was a prominent figure at last year's meeting, did not attend this year due to the government shutdown. He later cancelled the rest of the American delegation after denying House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's request to use a military aircraft. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo made a video appearance from the State Department, summarizing Trump's foreign policy emphasizing "America First" with criticisms of Iran and China. He informed the audience that Trump's style of disruption was a positive reaction to voters who were no longer interested in traditional politicians, and was similar to political changes happening in other countries like Britain, France, Italy, and Brazil. British Prime Minister Theresa May and French President Emmanuel Macron did not attend the meeting, with May dealing with Brexit chaos and Macron facing protests from "Yellow Vest" demonstrators. Pompeo stated that critics of the Trump administration were not prepared to reform international institutions like the United Nations, but Trump was. When asked if the US was isolated, Pompeo disagreed, saying they were not isolated at all. However, signs of a shifting world order were visible in Davos' snow-covered streets. While well-known companies in Silicon Valley like Facebook and Salesforce still have impressive pavilions to showcase their presence, the most prominent advertisement was from Saudi Arabia, which covered the side of a hotel to encourage investment in the kingdom. Saudi Arabia's own investor conference, referred to as Davos in the Desert, faced numerous cancellations in October due to reports linking Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. Advertisements for the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, Russian President Vladimir Putin's alternative to Davos, lined the streets. Despite a lack of Chinese officials in attendance, sessions focused on China's economy, such as the Belt and Road Initiative, attracted the largest audiences. The United States had a lower profile at the event but still had a significant presence. Economic analysts attribute the reduction in their global economic growth forecasts to Trump's trade war with China. Foreign policy analysts believe that Trump's unpredictable style is the biggest risk factor in the world. Karin von Hippel, the director-general of the Royal United Services Institute in London and a former State Department official, stated that challenging the international system requires a well-thought-out replacement, which seems to be lacking in this situation.