"After careful consideration, I have decided to step down as President and CEO of the World Economic Forum. My time here, spanning 8-1/2 years, has been profoundly rewarding. I am grateful for the incredible collaboration with my colleagues, partners, and constituents, and I believe now is the right moment for the Forum to continue its important work without distractions."
"I was completely unaware of Epstein's past and criminal activities. Had I known about his background, I would have declined the initial invitation to join [former Norwegian Deputy Prime Minister Terje] Rod-Larsen and any subsequent dinner invitations or other communications."
"The probe began after it was discovered that Brende had dined with Epstein on at least three occasions and had also spoken to him via text message and email, despite Epstein's conviction for soliciting a child for prostitution years prior."
Borge Brende stepped down as president and CEO of the World Economic Forum after an independent investigation revealed he had dined with Jeffrey Epstein on multiple occasions and communicated with him via text and email. Epstein was a convicted sex offender, and Brende claimed he was unaware of Epstein's criminal history at the time of their interactions. Brende served in the WEF leadership position for 8.5 years, beginning in October 2017 after leaving his role as Norwegian minister of foreign affairs. His resignation statement emphasized allowing the Forum to continue its work without distractions, though it made no direct reference to Epstein.
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