BRICS News Digest for the previous week

Russian President Vladimir Putin: The potential of BRICS lies in its civilisational diversity

The Russian head of state highlighted the broad interest in the activities of the BRICS group

President of Russia Vladimir Putin received the letters of credence from 28 newly appointed ambassadors from foreign countries.

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Brazilian President Lula da Silva with South African leader Ramaphosa discuss the upcoming G20 summit

South Africa will take over the G20 presidency next year

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva had a telephone conversation with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa to discuss the G20 summit.

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India sends official request to host the 2036 Olympics

Around ten countries have already expressed their willingness to host the 2036 Olympic Games

The Indian Olympic Association has sent an official request to the International Olympic Committee (IOC), expressing the country's interest in hosting the Olympics and Paralympics in 2036.

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Artificial intelligence and programming to become core subjects for first year high school students in Egypt

Egypt's Education Minister is pushing new initiatives aimed at enhancing students' skills and improving the classroom environment

Egypt's Minister of Education Abdel-Latif spoke about an important initiative aimed at ensuring that students gain the necessary programming skills after graduation.

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China reclaims 4.3 million hectares from desertification since 2012

The State Council’s latest report outlines China’s concerted efforts and successes in combating desertification

Since 2012, China has reclaimed approximately 4.3 million hectares of land from desertification, marking a significant achievement in environmental restoration.

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Iran launches two satellites from Russia's spaceport

The first signals from the satellites were received by Iranian ground stations

Iranian Ambassador to Russia Kazem Jalali praised the successful launch of the Iranian satellites Kowsar and Hudhud into Earth's orbit.

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Ethiopia launches China-Africa-UNIDO Centre of Excellence to drive sustainable development

The centre is set to facilitate the transfer of critical technology and skills, accelerating Africa’s progress towards sustainable growth and self-reliance

A new China-Africa-UNIDO Centre of Excellence has opened in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

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UAE announces the launch of polar science project

The project includes the views of scientists, experts and diplomats

The UAE announced the launch of a polar science project during the plenary session of the UAE Government's Annual Meeting 2024.

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Saudi authorities announce plans to reorganise energy sector

The priorities include efficient use of natural resources, diversification of the economy and job creation

Minister of Energy of Saudi Arabia Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman bin Abdulaziz spoke about the prospects of transformation of the fuel and energy complex of the kingdom.

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Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov: Kazakhstan is invited to BRICS as partner country

The Russian Foreign Minister arrived in Kazakhstan on a working visit

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov during a working visit to Astana held talks with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu.