BRICS News Digest for the previous week
We will tell you what has happened in economics, politics, culture, science and education in the BRICS countries
South Africa highlights UAE’s growing role in strengthening Africa’s trade and investment landscape
Expanding economic ties open new opportunities for investment, industrial development and regional connectivity

South Africa has reaffirmed the strategic importance of the United Arab Emirates as a key economic partner for Africa, highlighting the expanding trade, investment and development links that are helping strengthen economic cooperation between the Gulf region and the African continent.
India strengthens position as global clean industry hub with US$433 billion pipeline
New report highlights rapid expansion of clean industrial projects across multiple sectors and states, reinforcing India’s growing role in the global energy transition

India’s clean industrial investment pipeline has reached an estimated US$433.07 billion, placing the country among the world’s leading centres for clean industrial development, according to the latest data.
Ethiopia opens first national forensic and toxicology centre to strengthen healthcare and justice systems
New facility in Addis Ababa expands DNA analysis, forensic science and toxicology services, reducing reliance on overseas testing

Ethiopia has taken a significant step towards advancing scientific, medical and judicial capabilities with the inauguration of the country's first integrated forensic and toxicology centre, a landmark facility expected to transform forensic investigations, genetic testing and specialised laboratory services nationwide.
Indonesia positions gaming and esports as key engines of creative economy growth
Government-backed initiatives aim to expand digital talent, create jobs and strengthen the country's global competitiveness

Indonesia is increasingly recognising gaming and esports as strategic sectors capable of accelerating growth in the creative economy, creating new employment opportunities and supporting the development of a highly skilled digital workforce, as reported by ANTARA.
China advances seawater resource technology to unlock strategic mineral reserves
New scientific breakthroughs support plans to expand extraction of critical elements from the ocean and strengthen long-term resource security

China is accelerating the development of advanced seawater resource technologies as the country seeks to unlock vast reserves of strategic minerals contained in the world's oceans, according to a new report released by the Ministry of Natural Resources.
Brazilian scientists identify new 400-million-year-old marine species in major fossil discovery
Ancient mollusc unearthed in southern Brazil offers fresh insights into prehistoric biodiversity and the evolution of early marine ecosystems

Brazilian researchers have identified a previously unknown species of ancient marine mollusc from a fossil estimated to be around 400 million years old, shedding new light on life in Earth's prehistoric oceans long before the emergence of dinosaurs.
Dubai introduces AI-powered control system for real-time bus network management
New smart platform improves service reliability, operational efficiency and sustainability across public transport

Dubai has launched an advanced artificial intelligence-powered control system to optimise the operation of its public bus network in real time, marking another step in the Emirate’s strategy to expand the use of digital technologies in urban mobility, reports Emirates News Agency (WAM), a partner of TV BRICS.
Tehran researchers develops light-activated cancer therapy
New nanocatalyst approach enhances targeted destruction of skin cancer cells using visible light and advanced nanotechnology

Researchers at the University of Tehran have developed an innovative light-activated nanocatalyst that significantly improves the targeted destruction of skin cancer cells, marking a potential step forward in precision oncology and nanomedicine-based therapies, reports Pars Today, a TV BRICS partner.
Egypt targets US$100 billion in exports by 2030 with new industrial strategy
The country plans to strengthen manufacturing and integrate local producers into global supply chains through digital platforms and industrial investment initiatives

Egypt is aiming to increase annual exports from US$48 billion to US$100 billion by 2030 under a new industrial strategy focused on expanding manufacturing capacity and strengthening integration into global production networks.
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