Juncker runs Davos because of stomach flu

Jean-Claude Juncker canceled his visit to the World Economic Forum in Davos due to stomach flu.

The Luxembourg former prime minister also failed on Wednesday at the weekly meeting of EU Commissioners. Insiders said earlier that Juncker's presence at the Swiss event should signal that Europe is back in the global top economically. He last visited the ski resort more than twenty years ago, then as prime minister.

Eight EU Commissioners make their appearance in Davos, as do many heads of state and government leaders, including Mark Rutte and President Donald Trump.