In her State of the European Union 2025, President Ursula von der Leyen highlighted the EU’s €500 billion trade relationship with the United States, supporting millions of European jobs. She stressed that Europe sets its own standards, its own regulations, and always decides for itself.
Beyond the US, the EU was deepening global partnerships — from Mexico to Mercosur — and moving towards a historic trade deal with India. These steps aimed to diversify markets and strengthen Europe’s economic security in uncertain times.
On 10 September 2025, the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, delivered the State of the European Union address – known as SOTEU – to the European Parliament.
The SOTEU address is an annual speech by the President of the European Commission to the European Parliament, setting the priorities for the Union for the year ahead.
In her speech, President von der Leyen called for unity among European nations and institutions to ensure Europe’s independence, security, and ability to determine its own destiny, especially in light of external threats and challenges such as Russia’s aggression and global economic shifts. Her speech underscored initiatives to support Ukraine, address climate change, food security, enhance technological and economic competitiveness, foster EU-US trade, and manage migration. Furthermore, she focused on protecting democracy and the rule of law within the EU.
The address is followed by a debate with Members of the European Parliament, reinforcing accountability. Each SOTEU speech sets out the President’s vision and major initiatives for the upcoming year, marking an important moment to shape the EU’s direction and respond to citizens’ expectations.
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Whenever a new cancer patient entered her office in the U.S., Dr. May Abdel-Wahab knew she could probably save their life. Now, as Director of the Division of Human Health at the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), she delivers hope to patients in places where treatment has until now been unavailable.
“So much can be done to treat cancer, but too many people in the developing world have no access to care. It’s unthinkable. It’s unfair.”
With global cancer cases expected to mount in the next two decades, the IAEA is equipping low- and middle income countries with training and radiotherapy to help more people survive the disease. In this episode, Dr. May Abdel-Wahab reflects on the outlook for cancer outcomes around the world, the challenges of anchoring new treatment centres, and shares how her upbringing taught her to see the world as one human family.
“Every person that walks through the door is a new person, a new friend […] if they leave the exam room with a smile and feeling hope, then you’ve done a good job.”
In her State of the European Union 2025 speech, President Ursula von der Leyen stressed the importance of European Union Migration Control.
Europe must build a migration system that is both humane and realistic. She highlighted the need for a rapid agreement on the Common European Return System, a new sanctions regime against smugglers and traffickers, and the swift implementation of the Pact on Migration and Asylum.
Her message is clear: protecting those fleeing war and persecution must go hand in hand with securing Europe’s borders, and success will depend on all Member States playing their part.
Source: US National Institute of Justice (video statements)
This presentation describes the nature of the merge of the e-cigarette and cannabis industries. Quality assurance issues as a result of the absence of regulation and oversight is described. Cases of self-reported adverse events and the challenges of cannabis product analysis are also discussed.
This webinar was hosted by the NIJ Forensic Technology Center of Excellence on June 29, 2023.
(Opinions or points of view expressed represent the speaker and do not necessarily represent the official position or policies of the U.S. Department of Justice. Any product or manufacturer discussed is presented for informational purposes only and do not constitute product approval or endorsement by the U.S. Department of Justice.)
Source: World Trade Organization – WTO (video statements)
E-commerce and digital technologies are transforming global trade — from streaming songs across borders to delivering services online. The WTO provides a forum for governments to give digital trade the specialized attention it deserves.
Learn how WTO agreements — including the Information Technology Agreement (ITA), the General Agreement on Trade in Services (GATS), and the Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS Agreement) — support innovation and connectivity in the digital economy.
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Source: US National Institute of Justice (video statements)
This presentation is part of the virtual workshop "Qualifications of an Expert Witness for Legal Professionals – The Frye Standard," hosted by the NIJ Forensic Technology Center of Excellence on August 2, 2023.
(Opinions or points of view expressed represent the speaker and do not necessarily represent the official position or policies of the U.S. Department of Justice. Any product or manufacturer discussed is presented for informational purposes only and do not constitute product approval or endorsement by the U.S. Department of Justice.)
Europe must take responsibility for its own security. EUR 800 billion in Readiness 2030, SAFE programme at full speed, Eastern Flank watch, space surveillance, and a Baltic drone wall: Europe will defend every inch of its territory.
