Source: Republic of South Africa (video statements)
Deputy President Paul Mashatile held bilateral political discussions with South Sudan’s Vice President, Dr. Benjamin Bol Mel, during his Working Visit to the Republic of South Sudan.
South Africa Government: Deputy President Mashatile visited to SouthSudan’s Vice President Rebecca Nyandeng de Mabior in Juba
Source: Republic of South Africa (video statements)
H.E Deputy President Mr Paul Mashatile has today, 09 October 2025, paid a courtesy visit to the Mother of the Nation & Vice President of the Republic of South Sudan, H.E Cdr. Mama Rebecca Nyandeng de Mabior, at the Official Residence in Juba, South Sudan.
UK The Cost of Energy – Energy Security and Net Zero Committee
Source: United Kingdom UK Parliament (video statements)
The Energy Security and Net Zero Committee questions the “Big Six” energy companies: OVO Energy, Octopus, E.On, Centrica, EDF UK, and ScottishPower, asking them about the high cost of energy to consumers and their role in the wider energy system.
Riding Out Cyber Storms
Source: World Economic Forum (video statements)
Some 71% of respondents to the World Economic Forum’s Global Cybersecurity Outlook report an increase in cyber risks driven by geopolitical tensions, supply chain complexity, rapid AI deployment and other factors.
Which emerging trends will redefine the future of cybersecurity in 2026 and how can global leaders harness these insights to align priorities and drive coordinated action?
What Will Drive Future Growth and What Will Not
Source: World Economic Forum (video statements)
With global growth projected to hover around a sluggish 3.2% over the next five years, many are putting their faith in technology and science as potential drivers of a future economic upturn.
Which innovations, policies and business models will make a meaningful impact and which are less likely to move the needle?
Betazone: What Space Can Teach Us
Source: World Economic Forum (video statements)
Betazone: What Space Can Teach Us
The world faces a series of interlinked and complex challenges – from geoeconomic instability to industry disruptions. But what if some of the solutions were hundreds of kilometres above us?
Join this session with space leaders to learn about the latest plans for space exploration and discuss how some of the most exciting developments – from space research to latest technologies – can help us tackle challenges on Earth.
Join this betazone for an immersive journey of discovery and storytelling through engaging visuals.
Haiti – Press Conference | United Nations
Source: United Nations (video statements)
Press conference by Roberto Benes, UNICEF’s Regional Director for Latin America and the Caribbean, on the situation in Haiti.
“We want to count on Serbia”: President von der Leyen’s visit to Serbia
Source: European Commission (video statements)
Ursula von der Leyen, the President of the European Commission visited Serbia on 15 October 2025, as part of her tour to the states of the Western Balkan. In Serbia, she held a press conference with Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić.
In her speech during the conference, she emphasized the European Union’s commitment to supporting Serbia’s path towards EU membership. In that regard, she highlighted the necessity for Serbia to make concrete progress in areas such as the rule of law, electoral reforms, media freedom, and alignment with EU foreign policy, including sanctions against Russia. Underscoring the tangible benefits of EU integration, such as access to the Single Market and energy collaborations, she praised Serbia’s efforts towards alignment with EU values and policies, while encouraging further progress. She invited Serbia for further discussions in Brussels, signaling both the challenges and opportunities of EU accession and reaffirming the EU’s commitment to partnership and solidarity with the country.
Find the transcript of the President’s statement here: https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/statement_25_2388
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What is the strategy for Quantum in Europe?
Source: European Commission (video statements)
Quantum-inspired technology will be key for future innovations in Europe. Whether in communications, cybersecurity, defence technology, or medical research, quantum computing will position Europe at the forefront of technological advances.
In simple terms, quantum computing will help us better understand our universe, allowing researchers to create new materials for batteries or vaccines, making defence and space programs more precise and secure, and empowering AI technologies to be next-level efficient.
Europe will keep the momentum. What started with researchers like Einstein and Schrödinger and is now in the news with former #MSCA (Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions) supervisor Michel H. Devoret being awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics 2025 (jointly with John Clarke and John M. Martinis) will keep pushing scientists to Choose Europe.
00:00: What is quantum?
00:12 Why does this matter to Governments? The chess analogy
00:33: How can we use quantum? The fastest path analogy
01:04: What is the EU doing about it? A 5 Pillar Strategy
01:13: Research and innovation
01:27: Infrastructure
01:47: A strong ecosystem
02:05: Security and defence
02:27: Skills
02:42: Strategy becomes reality
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AI’s Scaling Dilemma
Source: World Economic Forum (video statements)
As AI systems grow in scale and complexity, the infrastructure supporting them must evolve to balance performance with energy efficiency and sustainability.
How can we build AI infrastructure that scales innovation and shrinks environmental impact, paving the way to a resilient, net-positive energy future?