Halfway through 2025, reasons to be optimistic in a turbulent year

Source: World Economic Forum (video statements)

As we enter the second half of a turbulent 2025, we hear key lessons from the Summer Davos, AMNC25, and leaders from the World Economic Forum set out their priorities for the rest of the year where global collaboration is needed more than ever.

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UK First debate on cameras in the House of Commons Chamber

Source: United Kingdom UK Parliament (video statements)

On this day in 1978, MPs debated allowing video cameras in the House of Commons for the first time. 📅

Although the motion didn’t succeed, it started a wider debate on how people access information about what happens in the Chamber. ℹ️

Microphones have been permanently broadcasting in the Commons since 3 April 1978. The first time they were used live was to broadcast Oral Questions to the Secretary of State for Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

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Closing Press Conference with UN Deputy Chief about outcomes of #FFD4 (Sevilla) | United Nations

Source: United Nations (video statements)

Guests briefed journalists on the key moments and commitments from the 4th International Conference on Financing for Development.

Speakers:

– Amina J. Mohammed, United Nations Deputy Secretary-General

– Carlos Cuerpo, Minister of Economy of Spain

Moderated by Martina Donlon, Spokesperson for the 4th International Conference on Financing for Development, UN Department of Global Communications

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Strengthening ties with Moldova: The first EU-Moldova Summit

Source: European Commission (video statements)

The first EU-Moldova Summit is taking place: On 4th July 2025, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, and European Council President António Costa are meeting the Moldovan President Maia Sandu to discuss key geopolitical matters.

Discussions at the summit involve important topics to foster a resilient relationship with the European neighbor country, such as its EU membership, trade, reforms and security and defence. Follow Ursula von der Leyen remarks at the press conference here at 18:00.

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Summer Davos Highlights

Source: World Economic Forum (video statements)

At the 16th Annual Meeting of the New Champions in Tianjin, 1,700 leaders from business, government, academia, and civil society convened to address global challenges through innovation, partnership, and purpose-driven action.

Hear directly from the World Economic Forum’s Managing Directors as they share key insights on decarbonization, artificial intelligence, and the evolution of multilateral cooperation in a rapidly changing world. The meeting highlighted a collective commitment to shaping a more sustainable, inclusive, and resilient future—driven by next-generation leadership and cross-sector collaboration.

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