Chief Economists Briefing

Source: World Economic Forum (video statements)

Chief Economists Briefing

The global economic outlook has darkened considerably, according to the World Economic Forum’s latest survey of chief economists.

Gain expert insights and actionable perspectives from leading chief economists on the outlook for global growth amid geopolitical uncertainty and technological disruption.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jg2YMrqYAxM

Checking In on the Energy Transition

Source: World Economic Forum (video statements)

Checking In on the Energy Transition

In the past few years, public policies and industrial strategies have accelerated the transition to secure, clean and equitable energy. But increasing uncertainty in the world poses questions on how these policies and strategies will evolve.

What is the outlook for the energy transition and what are the recipes for success for adopting clean, efficient and accessible energy solutions?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vUV0agTy3XE

Top 10 Emerging Technologies of 2025

Source: World Economic Forum (video statements)

Top 10 Emerging Technologies of 2025

For more than a decade, the World Economic Forum has been surveying decision-makers and experts on exponential technologies on the cusp of transforming economies and societies.

Join us for the rundown of the Top 10 Emerging Technologies of 2025 and a discussion on their projected impact on lives and livelihoods.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=51h5CWKN8Kg

Iran (Non-proliferation) – Security Council | United Nations

Source: United Nations (video statements)

Non-proliferation (Iran) – Security Council, 9944th meeting.

– Letter dated 28 May 2025 from the President of the Security Council, acting in the absence of a Facilitator for the implementation of resolution 2231 (2015) addressed to the President of the Security Council (S/2025/335)
– Nineteenth report of the Secretary-General on the implementation of Security Council resolution 2231 (2015) (S/2025/397).

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wng4_UDM5zg

Opening Session: Internet Governance Forum (IGF) 2025 | United Nations

Source: United Nations (video statements)

The 20th annual meeting of the Internet Governance Forum is hosted by the Government of the Norway in Lillestrøm from 23 to 27 June 2025. The Forum’s overarching theme is: Building Digital Governance Together.

The Internet Governance Forum (IGF) serves to bring people together from various stakeholder groups as equals, in discussions on public policy issues relating to the Internet. While there is no negotiated outcome, the IGF informs and inspires those with policy-making power in both the public and private sectors.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v2ShmsHeok8

UN Charter, Secretary-General/Syria, Iran & other topics – Daily Press Briefing (23June 2025)

Source: United Nations (video statements)

Noon Briefing by Stéphane Dujarric, Spokesperson for the Secretary-General.

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Highlights:
UN Charter
Secretary-General/Syria
Iran
Central African Republic
Occupied Palestinian Territory
Lebanon
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Sudan
Ukraine
Haiti
Security Council
Climate in Asia
Internet Governance Forum
Senior Personnel Appointment
Resident Coordinators
International Days
Office for Disarmament Affairs
Briefings

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UN CHARTER
Today, at 5:00 p.m., the Secretary-General will deliver remarks at a ceremony to welcome home the original UN Charter, 80 years after it was adopted.
He will make remarks and point out that the Charter is more than parchment and ink; it is a promise of peace, a promise of dignity and cooperation among nations.
He will say that today, as our world faces age-old challenges, and newer threats like the climate crisis and runaway technology, we have the tools and the norms of international law to guide us, starting with that Charter.

SECRETARY-GENERAL/SYRIA
In a statement issued today, the Secretary-General strongly condemned the terrorist attacks that took place on Sunday at the St. Elias Church in Damascus. He expressed his deepest condolences to the families of the victims and wishes a swift recovery to those injured.
The Secretary-General reiterated that all perpetrators of terrorism must be held accountable. He took note that the Syrian interim authorities have condemned this attack and, after a preliminary investigation, attributed it to Islamic State of Iraq and Levant, ISIL. The Secretary-General called for a full investigation.
The Secretary-General reaffirmed the commitment of the United Nations to supporting the Syrian people in their pursuit of peace, of dignity, and justice.
Geir Pederson, the Special Envoy in Syria, also issued a statement on the same attack.

Full Highlights:
https://www.un.org/sg/en/content/noon-briefing-highlight?date%5Bvalue%5D%5Bdate%5D=23%20June%202025

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NPeVJl4i2rA

Damascus Attack, Security Council on Iran & other topics – Daily Press Briefing (23June 2025)

Source: United Nations (video statements)

Noon Briefing by Stéphane Dujarric, Spokesperson for the Secretary-General.

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Highlights:
– 4th International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4)
– Guest Speaker Tomorrow Jorge Moreira da Silva, Executive Director of the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS).
– Damascus Church Attack
– Security Council meeting on Iran, Secretary General Remarks.

Full Highlights:
https://www.un.org/sg/en/content/noon-briefing-highlight?date%5Bvalue%5D%5Bdate%5D=23%20June%202025

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NPeVJl4i2rA

What is the IAEA? 5 Facts about the International Atomic Energy Agency | United Nations

Source: United Nations (video statements)

Established in 1957 to promote peaceful uses of nuclear energy, the International Atomic Energy
Agency (IAEA) is an autonomous part of the United Nations system with 180 member countries. The IAEA monitors nuclear facilities, reports on nuclear activities, oversees safety, urges diplomacy and promotes the use of nuclear technologies for a better future.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DEGSr62N7HI

The EU-Canada Summit, 2025, Brussels

Source: European Commission (video statements)

On 23 June 2025, during the the EU-Canada Summit, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will hold a press conference together with António Costa, President of the European Council, and Mark Carney, Prime Minister of Canada.

The summit is an opportunity to enhance the EU-Canada strategic partnership and for leaders to reinforce their cooperation at different levels, from trade to economic security, energy, crisis management, and justice and home affairs, in light of the rapidly changing geopolitical and economic context.

The EU-Canada Security and Defence Partnership is expected to be agreed. Leaders will also issue a joint statement.

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