Convergence narrative that has evolved from Cold War-era conspiracy theories to target modern global governance institutions, particularly the World Economic Forum, alleging coordinated efforts by transnational elites to establish authoritarian world government and undermine national sovereignty.

Narrative Origins

1990s: Post-Cold War Adaptation The New World Order conspiracy theory emerged from earlier anti-communist narratives, adapting to the post-Cold War geopolitical landscape by focusing on global governance institutions and international cooperation frameworks as threats to national sovereignty.

2000s: Anti-Globalization Integration The narrative incorporated anti-globalization themes, targeting international trade agreements, global financial institutions, and emerging climate governance frameworks as vehicles for elite control and economic manipulation.

2010s: Digital Amplification Social media platforms enabled broader distribution of New World Order content, with YouTube documentaries, Facebook groups, and Twitter hashtags spreading the narrative beyond traditional conspiracy theory communities into mainstream political discourse.

Core Framing Structure

The narrative structures interpretation through several key conspiracy frames:

Elite Coordination: Portrays global governance initiatives as coordinated plots by a transnational ruling class rather than legitimate policy responses to global challenges.

Sovereignty Threat: Frames international cooperation and multilateral agreements as attacks on national independence and democratic self-governance.

Economic Control: Presents global economic policies and institutions as tools for wealth redistribution and population control rather than economic coordination mechanisms.

Cultural Transformation: Alleges that social and environmental policies serve as cover for forced cultural change and traditional value destruction.

Digital Evolution and Impact

Social Media Mainstreaming: Spanish-language TikTok content spreading New World Order conspiracy theories garnered over 41 million views, demonstrating platform-specific amplification and linguistic adaptation.

COVID-19 Integration: The pandemic provided new validation for existing narratives, with public health measures and economic responses framed as New World Order implementation through “Great Reset” terminology.

Political Endorsement: Mainstream political figures and media personalities began incorporating New World Order rhetoric, moving the narrative from fringe conspiracy communities into conventional political discourse.

Davos Targeting: Annual World Economic Forum meetings became focal points for conspiracy theory mobilization, with social media campaigns coordinating around the events to spread New World Order allegations.

Targets and Applications

Global Institutions: Targets international organizations like the UN, WEF, and IMF as vehicles for elite coordination and sovereignty undermining.

Political Leadership: Applies to politicians who support international cooperation or global governance initiatives, framing them as complicit in elite conspiracy.

Policy Opposition: Used to oppose climate action, pandemic responses, trade agreements, and social policies by framing them as New World Order implementations.

Cultural Resistance: Deployed against diversity initiatives, educational curricula, and social changes by alleging they serve elite population control objectives.

Information Environment Impact

Mainstream Penetration: Conspiracy theories that once lived on internet fringes have become part of mainstream global political debate, influencing elections and policy discussions.

Disinformation Weaponization: Research shows 40% globally approve of hostile activism including intentionally spreading disinformation, with 53% of 18-34 year-olds supporting such tactics for causes they believe in.

Trust Erosion: The narrative contributes to declining institutional trust and skepticism toward international cooperation, complicating global governance responses to transnational challenges.

Political Polarization: Functions as organizing principle for opposition to international engagement and multilateral policy approaches, deepening ideological divisions over global governance.

Contemporary Usage

The narrative continues to influence information environment through:

• Integration with “Great Reset” and “Agenda 2030” conspiracy theories targeting specific WEF and UN initiatives
• Deployment against climate policies and pandemic responses as alleged elite control mechanisms
• Amplification through mainstream political figures and media personalities legitimizing conspiracy claims
• Adaptation to new global challenges and governance initiatives as ongoing validation of elite conspiracy allegations