Summary of European SDG Summit 2021: Keynote Speech by Frans Timmermans

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Frans Timmermans, the Prime Minister of the Netherlands, delivered a keynote speech at the European SDG Summit 2021. In his speech, he discussed the importance of understanding and embracing global societal changes, and noted that Europe is leading the way in ambitious climate goals. Timmermans urged businesses and citizens to continue to mobilize and help shape the future of sustainable development.

• 00:00:00 Frans Timmermans, the Prime Minister of the Netherlands and a long-time advocate for global sustainable development goals, delivers a keynote speech at the European SDG Summit 2021. He discusses the importance of understanding and embracing global societal changes, and notes that Europe is leading the way in ambitious climate goals. Timmermans urges businesses and citizens to continue to mobilize and help shape the future of sustainable development.
• 00:05:00 Frans Timmermans, the outgoing European Commission President, discusses the need for businesses to take into account their social and environmental impacts, and the need for government to provide long-term predictability in order to encourage good behavior. He also discusses the need for businesses to skill and reskill their workforce in order to create sustainable future opportunities.
• 00:10:00 The European Union's Frans Timmermans delivers a keynote speech at the European SDG Summit 2021, discussing the importance of collaboration between government and business to ensure the success of the summit's goals. He warns of the risks of disruptive politics and urges caution in calling for solidarity.