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THIS is dramatic moment Donald Trump swoops into Davos in a squadron of seven choppers to meet with the world’s leaders and elite business kingpins.

Landing in the heavily guarded spot in the Swiss Alps, the maverick leader stepped out of “Marine One”.

US Air Force helicopters approach to land in spectacular style
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 US Air Force helicopters approach to land in spectacular styleCredit: Reuters

Trump’s helicopter was part of large group - so potential attackers can not work out which one the controversial leader was on.

The President then made his way to the gathering of billionaire CEOs and heads of state in the Swiss Alps.   

As he arrived he received a warm welcome.

Pumped up by the adulation, he hailed the “great” host country after arriving to plug his economic agenda.

The formation of helicopters head toward the alpine village through stunning scenery
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The formation of helicopters head toward the alpine village through stunning sceneryCredit: Twitter/@PressSec
Marine One then is seen breaking away as it prepares to land
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Marine One then is seen breaking away as it prepares to landCredit: Reuters
Trump's chopper manoeuvres about the towering snow covered mountains
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Trump's chopper manoeuvres about the towering snow covered mountainsCredit: Reuters
One of the choppers turns out to be Marine One as it comes into land in the Alpine village
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One of the choppers turns out to be Marine One as it comes into land in the Alpine villageCredit: AP:Associated Press
The eagle has landed... Marine One after touching down
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The eagle has landed... Marine One after touching downCredit: EPA
President Trump disembarks from Marine One at the heliport during the 48th annual meeting of the World Economic Forum, WEF, in Davos, which brings together entrepreneurs, scientists, corporate and political leaders
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President Trump disembarks from Marine One at the heliport during the 48th annual meeting of the World Economic Forum, WEF, in Davos, which brings together entrepreneurs, scientists, corporate and political leadersCredit: EPA
Police awaits the arrival of Marine One carrying US President Donald Trump at the heliport
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Police awaits the arrival of Marine One carrying US President Donald Trump at the heliportCredit: EPA
Armed security personnel stand guard on the rooftop of a hotel, next to letters reading ‘Davos’surrounded by snow, near the Congress Centre
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Armed security personnel stand guard on the rooftop of a hotel, next to letters reading ‘Davos’surrounded by snow, near the Congress CentreCredit: AFP or licensors
A Swiss police officer guards in front of a logo of the hotel InterContinental, where Trump stays during his visit
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A Swiss police officer guards in front of a logo of the hotel InterContinental, where Trump stays during his visitCredit: Reuters
In this photo released by CAMPAX campaign organisation, a banner with the inscription ‘Trump not welcome' is hanging in a rock face of the Ellhorn mountain near Sargan
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In this photo released by CAMPAX campaign organisation, a banner with the inscription ‘Trump not welcome' is hanging in a rock face of the Ellhorn mountain near SarganCredit: AP:Associated Press

But the maverick Republican was pictured waving to delegates as he arrived at the venue to a rapturous reception - a sight that was sure to distress his left-wing critics.

He smiled and even high-fived some in the crowd that surrounded him taking pictures as he entered the building.

As he arrived at the summit, Trump was asked how he likes Davos and replied that he thinks "it's great".

He said: "We're very happy to be here.

"The United States is doing very well, and will continue to do well and this will be a very exciting two days."

Donald Trump waves to delegates at the World Economic Forum in Davos
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Donald Trump waves to delegates at the World Economic Forum in DavosCredit: EPA
Trump waves as a crowd of people gather snapping pictures of him at the summit
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Trump waves as a crowd of people gather snapping pictures of him at the summitCredit: AP:Associated Press
Trump even appeared to high-five people as he arrived at the venue
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Trump even appeared to high-five people as he arrived at the venueCredit: AP:Associated Press
Trump plays to the crowd as he arrives at the venue in Davos, Switzerland
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Trump plays to the crowd as he arrives at the venue in Davos, SwitzerlandCredit: EPA

But Trump was without First lady Melania Trump, who he has not been seen with since allegations of an affair between her husband and a porn star surfaced earlier this month.

He said he was bringing a message of "peace and prosperity" to the gathering of world leaders, business executives and celebrities.

The president is expected to declare the United States is open for business.

But the protectionist-leaning president's attendance at the annual gathering for free-trade-loving political and business elites has raised eyebrows.

His decision to sign new tariffs boosting American manufacturers this week has prompted fresh concerns.

President Donald Trump arrives at Zurich Airport ahead of the World Economic Forum in Davos
Trump hailed the 'great' host country after arriving for the Forum in Davos
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Trump hailed the 'great' host country after arriving for the Forum in DavosCredit: AP:Associated Press
The US president is pictured after landing in the country this morning
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The US president is pictured after landing in the country this morningCredit: AFP or licensors
Trump met PM Theresa May at the summit in Switzerland today
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Trump met PM Theresa May at the summit in Switzerland todayCredit: AFP or licensors

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But some delegates praised the president ahead of the summit for boosting the US economy and getting consumers spending again.

Speaking before he set off for Switzerland yesterday, Trump said: "I'm going to Davos right now to get people to invest in the United States.

"I'm going to say, 'Come into the United States. You have plenty of money.' But I don't think I have to go, because they're coming, they're coming at a very fast clip."

In a tweet sent before departing the White House Trump said: "Our economy is now booming and with all I am doing, will only get better...Our country is finally WINNING again!"

PM Theresa May says we continue to have a 'special relationship' with the US following talks with and President Donald Trump at the World Economic Forum in Davos

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