President Paul Kagame on Thursday, October 9, attended the Global Gateway Forum in Brussels, Belgium. The second edition of the two-day summit hosted by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen was attended by Heads of State and Government, as well as representatives of financial institutions, the private sector and civil society. The forum focuses on advancing global connectivity in the face of global challenges. Today in Brussels, President Kagame joins other Heads of State and Government for the second edition of the Global Gateway Forum 2025 hosted by Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen, President of the European Commission. The Forum focuses on advancing global connectivity in the face... pic.twitter.com/0MIn5Aesge — Presidency | Rwanda (@UrugwiroVillage) October 9, 2025 This year's forum will focus on advancing global connectivity in the face of geopolitical and geoeconomic challenges, according to the European Commission. On Friday, delegates will hold several sessions, including one on investing in Africa’s health sovereignty through strategic partnerships and another one on powering renewable energy in Africa.