Source: Republic of South Africa (video statements)
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South Africa: QWAQWA FM STUDIO HANDOVER|#GovZAupdates
Source: Republic of South Africa (video statements)
Keynote address by the Deputy Minister in the Presidency Kenny Morolong. #GovZAupdates
South Africa: Deputy Minister in the Presidency, Ms. Mhlauli, hosts a G20 dialogue with students in the Free State
Source: Republic of South Africa (video statements)
Deputy Minister in the Presidency, Ms. Mhlauli, hosts a G20 dialogue with students in the Free State.
The Heart of Europe Beats in Montenegro: Commission President von der Leyen in Montenegro
Source: European Commission (video statements)
"I can feel the heart of Europe beating in Montenegro." – Commission President Ursula von der Leyen
On 14 October, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen held a press conference together with Prime Minister Milojko SpajiÄ of Montenegro.
From 13-15 October 2025, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen participates in her annual tour of the Western Balkans to meet with Heads of States and Heads of Governments.
For the transcript of the statement by President von der Leyen, see here:
https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/statement_25_2372
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UK Budget 2025 – Treasury Committee
Source: United Kingdom UK Parliament (video statements)
In this session, MPs examine the tax options available to the Chancellor, considering their potential effects on public behaviour and revenue generation. Four experts in taxation and public finance will provide insights to inform the discussion.
Climate at a crossroads: the need to act now
Source: European Central Bank (video statements)
The verdict on climate change is bleaker than ever before.
The remaining carbon budget to limit global warming to 1.5°C is rapidly shrinking â equivalent to just three years of emissions at current rates.
What is the scientific framework known as planetary boundaries? Whatâs science telling us about the economic impact of climate change? And how is the ECB addressing climate and nature-related risks?
Our host Paul Gordon speaks to Johan RockstrĂśm, Director of the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research, and Irene Heemskerk, head of the ECBâs climate change centre, to find out why.
The views expressed are those of the speakers and not necessarily those of the European Central Bank.
Recorded on 8 October 2025 and published on 14 October 2025.
In this episode:
01:48 Where do we stand in the fight against climate change?
What is science telling us? What could get us back on track?
05:58 Is climate change attracting enough attention?
Is it being overshadowed by other challenges, like the war in Ukraine or geopolitical fragmentation? How is climate change connected to the economy? And what level of risk are we facing?
10:30 What are planetary boundaries?
What is the planetary boundaries framework?
14:50 The phases of climate change
How has global warming evolved over time? Are we heading for disaster? Is the 1.5°C threshold a goal or a limit?
19:15 Why is our economy dependent on climate change?
Why do climate insights matter to the work of a central bank? How does the ECB take climate change into account? What risks does climate change pose to our primary mandate, price stability? And is it too late for us to take action?
23:03 What is the âright paceâ for transitioning to a carbon-neutral economy?
How can we balance the need for rapid change with economic interests ?
26:15 Does every step matter?
Whatâs needed for an orderly transition? What progress has been made in recent years, and what decisions could accelerate it further?
31:55 Our guestsâ hot tips
Johan and Irene share their hot tips.
Johanâs hot tip: The EAT-Lancet Commission on healthy, sustainable, and just food systems (published on 2 October 2025)
https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(25)01201-2/abstract
TED Talks by Johan RockstrĂśm
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RgqtrlixYR4 (2010)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rv-tDrv__mc (2018)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Sl28fkrozE (2020)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vl6VhCAeEfQ (2024)
Climate change and the ECB
https://www.ecb.europa.eu/ecb/climate/html/index.en.html
The ECB Podcast: The ECBâs climate and nature plan: our path to a greener future
https://www.ecb.europa.eu/press/tvservices/podcast/html/ecb.pod240125_episode78.en.html
The tipping points of climate change â and where we stand https://www.ted.com/talks/johan_rockstrom_the_tipping_points_of_climate_change_and_where_we_stand?subtitle=en&geo=de
ECB Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/europeancentralbank/
The New Cyber Order: Cooperation Amid Turbulence
Source: World Economic Forum (video statements)
Over the past year, seismic shifts in technology, geopolitics and the global economy have profoundly reshaped the cyber landscape. Cybersecurity now sits at the intersection of national security, technological innovation and international cooperation.
As divergent priorities and values across countries and sectors continue to hinder unified action, how can leaders better collaborate to strengthen cybersecurity?
Erasmus+, broadening horizons since 1987
Source: European Commission (video statements)
To mark Erasmus+ days kicking off 13 October 2025, we met people who did Erasmus and shared their insights. They told us all about where they went and what they learned.
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UK Watch live: Lords committee examines the launch of the EUâs Entry / Exit System
Source: United Kingdom UK House of Lords (video statements)
The Justice and Home Affairs Committee will question three witnesses about the launch of the EUâs Entry / Exit System.
Giving evidence will be:
đĽ Simon Calder (@CalderTravel), travel journalist and broadcaster
đĽ Dr Niovi Vavoula, Senior Lecturer in Migration and Security;
đĽ Simon Lejeune, Chief Safety and Stations and Security Officer at Eurostar.
Find out more https://committees.parliament.uk/event/25184/formal-meeting-oral-evidence-session/
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UK E-petition debate relating to Bovine Tuberculosis control & badger culling – Monday 13 October 2025.
Source: United Kingdom UK Parliament (video statements)
The Petitions Committee has scheduled a debate relating to Bovine Tuberculosis control & badger culling.
Irene Campbell MP has been asked by the Committee to open the debate. The Government will send a Minister to respond.
Read the petition:
https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/700317
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Petition debates donât end with a vote to implement the request of a petition. This means that MPs will not vote on the issues raised in the petition at the end of the debate.
The Petitions Committee can only schedule debates on petitions to parliament started on petition.parliament.uk
Find out more about how petition debates work: https://committees.parliament.uk/committee/326/petitions-committee/content/194347/how-petitions-debates-work/
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