South Africa Government: President Cyril Ramaphosa delivers the keynote address at the Human Rights Day Commemoration Event

Source: Republic of South Africa (video statements)

President Cyril Ramaphosa delivers the keynote address at the 2026 Human Rights Day Commemoration Event

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M3GMnWv9QWY

#CSW70 – #UN #women’s commission draws participants globally

Source: United Nations (video statements)

The seventieth session of the Commission on the Status of Women took place at United Nations Headquarters in New York from 9 to 19 March 2026.

Officials, activists, artists and others concerned about women’s status in today’s world gathered at UN Headquarters for its annual two-week session on the issue. Although bringing different perspectives, they joined together with a resounding call for real change to improve the lives of women everywhere.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kSQRR0VR0b4

Outlook for world trade in 2026-2027

Source: World Trade Organization – WTO (video statements)

World trade is set to slow in 2026 following stronger than expected growth in 2025 on the back of surging trade in AI-enabling products. WTO economists warn that the ongoing conflict in the Middle East could further reduce trade growth if energy prices remain elevated, noting that it would also put pressure on food supplies and services trade due to travel and transport disruptions. Prospects could still improve if the conflict ends quickly and the boom in AI spending continues.

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https://www.wto.org/english/res_e/webcas_e/webcas_e.htm

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=awJm1GgkSRI

International Day of Nowruz 2026 – UN Chief Message | United Nations

Source: United Nations (video statements)

Video message by António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, on the International Day of Nowruz 2026 (21 March).

"Dear friends,
For more than 300 million people around the world, Nowruz represents renewal.
A new year.
A new spring.
A new chance to build bridges of understanding and mutual respect among all cultures and peoples.
In these difficult and divided times, the message of Nowruz is vital.
Its timeless values of diversity, dialogue, understanding and reconciliation represent a powerful path to achieving the peace, human rights and dignity that the United Nations works for each and every day.
The challenges faced by the human family are immense.
But Nowruz can be our guide.
Across all nations and cultures, let’s walk together as we build a more peaceful, sustainable and inclusive world for all people.
May this Nowruz bring joy, health, prosperity and peace".

More info: https://www.un.org/en/observances/international-nowruz-day

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GPLqjpadZ_Y

Focus Session on the digital euro pilot (II)

Source: European Central Bank (video statements)

The ECB is hosting an online focus session designed to support payment service providers (PSPs) in preparing for the call for expression of interest to participate in the digital euro pilot. This session offers PSPs a chance to engage directly with the Eurosystem, ask questions, and gain insights into the technical and operational aspects of the pilot. Further details about the session will be shared closer to the date.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h9m4C1mx9ew

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Source: European Central Bank (video statements)

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