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BRICS countries discuss development of national statistical services at meeting in India
Experts highlighted the importance of international cooperation in advancing official statistics
A two-day meeting of the heads of national statistical offices of BRICS countries was held in Lucknow, India.
China sees rapid rise in technology tourism as innovation becomes new driver of inbound travel
Foreign visitors are increasingly choosing immersive technology experiences over traditional sightseeing, signalling the emergence of a fast-growing tourism segment that supports China's expanding service economy
China is witnessing the rapid emergence of technology tourism as a new pillar of inbound travel, with growing numbers of international visitors travelling to experience the country's advances in artificial intelligence, robotics, smart manufacturing and digital innovation rather than focusing solely on its traditional cultural attractions.
Brazil ranks fourth worldwide for growth in international tourism since 2019
New international data show Brazil recorded one of the strongest recoveries in global travel
Brazil has emerged as one of the world's fastest-growing destinations for international travellers, recording the fourth-largest increase in overseas visitor arrivals between 2019 and 2025, according to newly released international tourism data.
Ethiopia expands electric mobility strategy to cut fuel imports and modernise transport
Government accelerates investment in electric vehicles, natural gas transport and clean mobility infrastructure to strengthen energy security and reduce dependence on imported fuel
Ethiopia is accelerating its transition to electric mobility through a nationwide strategy that combines the expansion of electric vehicles (EVs), cleaner public transport and alternative fuel infrastructure as part of a broader effort to reduce fuel imports and strengthen long-term economic resilience.
India and Russia aim to expand bilateral trade to US$100 billion by 2030
Economic cooperation gains momentum as both countries deepen trade, strengthen energy collaboration and prepare for the next phase of their strategic partnership
India and Russia are stepping up efforts to increase bilateral trade to US$100 billion by 2030, with both countries expanding cooperation across trade, energy, technology and skilled employment as part of their long-term strategic partnership.
Indonesia advances next-generation solar panel research to establish domestic production
Scientists are developing advanced photovoltaic technologies to increase renewable energy capacity
Indonesia is accelerating research into next-generation solar panel technologies as part of its strategy to strengthen energy independence, expand renewable energy generation and build a competitive domestic manufacturing industry.
Egypt wins Arab Youth Chess Championship
350 chess players from 16 countries took part in the competition
The Egyptian chess team won the Arab Youth Chess Championship, which was held in Egypt
UAE develops tea made from palm shoots and green dates
Scientists are developing a value-added beverage from by-products of date farming
A research team from the United Arab Emirates University (UAEU), together with a research institute specialising in food security in arid regions, is developing a herbal tea made from young date palm shoots and unripe green dates.
Iran joins world's top 10 for UNESCO World Heritage Sites
The inclusion of Alamut Fortress brings Iran's total number of UNESCO World Heritage properties to 30, reinforcing the country's global cultural heritage status
Iran has entered the world's top 10 countries by the number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites following the inscription of Alamut Fortress on the World Heritage List.
India becomes world’s second-fastest growing solar energy market
The country’s installed solar power capacity has increased more than fiftyfold, from 3 GW in 2014 to 162.15 GW as of 30 June
India commissioned 37 GW of new solar capacity in 2025, making it the world’s second-fastest growing solar energy market.
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Society06.08.26South African President opens hospital serving 240,000 residents in country's north-east -
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Society06.08.26International Arctic expedition brings together students from 22 countries for North Pole science mission -
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Society03.08.26UNESCO adds Chinese migratory bird sanctuary to World Natural Heritage List -
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Society02.08.26BRICS News Digest for the previous week -
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Society01.08.26UAE advances heritage preservation with major archaeological restoration programme -
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Society31.07.26Photo exhibition dedicated to 25th Anniversary of SCO opens in Bishkek
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Sergey LavrovRussian Foreign Minister"A Joint Statement of the Foreign Ministers has been adopted. It provides a clear and principled assessment of the situation on the international stage and outlines the tasks that will be addressed in accordance with previous decisions by heads of state and governments. No one doubts that additional documents on sectoral areas of cooperation will be developed ahead of the SCO summit in Bishkek. Energy, artificial intelligence, healthcare and a number of other areas were also mentioned" -
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Nitin GadkariIndia's Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways"Our resolution has just been passed. It is very important as far as the BRICS countries are concerned, which cover 40 per cent of the world's population. We are committed to the futuristic development of the transport sector, to create cooperation, coordination and communication between the stakeholders. This resolution indicates a lot of new technology and innovation in the transport sector. It covers the road sector, railways, aviation and water transport" -
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Anutin CharnvirakulPrime Minister of Thailand"Russia has been a trusted friend of Thailand for over a century. […] Next year, we will mark the 130th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between our countries. We will commemorate this important milestone with high-level exchanges, thereby reaffirming our shared commitment to an even stronger partnership for the benefit of our peoples"
