The World Economic Forum says its board has given unanimous support for an independent investigation into allegations of misconduct by founder Klaus Schwab.

The board, which includes ex-U.S. Vice President Al Gore and Jordan's Queen Rania, took note that Schwab created the "leading global platform" for "dialogue and progress" during his 55 years of "relentless leadership at the helm of the Forum."

The press service of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos this week confirmed the launch of an investigation into its founder Klaus Schwab, as reported by The Wall Street Journal.