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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
Putin and Lukashenko agree to strengthen Belarus’s cooperation with BRICS
The Belarusian leader thanked the Russian President for supporting the Republic’s attainment of BRICS partner status
On 13 March, President of Belarus Aleksander Lukashenko arrived in Moscow for an official visit, where he held talks with his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin.
Brazil advances blockchain-based financial integration for BRICS trade modernisation
The integration of instant payment systems is under consideration
Brazil, as the 2025 chair of BRICS, is driving discussions on modernising international financial transactions to enhance trade efficiency among emerging economies.
Armenia expresses interest in becoming BRICS observer country
The country has already participated in the group's events
Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan in an interview with the Indian portal Wion stated the country's desire to become an observer of the group.
Five BRICS countries are among top ten leaders in GDP growth in 2024
The members of the association showed higher economic growth than the OECD countries on average
By the end of 2024, the largest BRICS economies have demonstrated significant growth.
Indian parliament approves bill to modernise railways
In addition, sector funding will be increased for the states of Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Odisha, and West Bengal
The Indian Parliament has passed a bill aimed at streamlining and modernising the country's railway sector.
Egypt to establish seven logistics corridors by 2030
The initiative is being implemented in line with the national sustainable development strategy
Egypt's leadership plans to create seven integrated logistics corridors in the country, which will connect major industrial, agricultural and mining regions with seaports.
Chinese scientists create carbon-based nanomaterial to boost crop growth and photosynthesis efficiency
This innovation holds potential for agricultural production and solar-powered biomanufacturing
A team of Chinese scientists has created a carbon-based nanomaterial derived from agricultural waste that significantly enhances plant photosynthesis, offering a potential breakthrough in crop growth and agricultural productivity.
Ethiopian diplomat emphasises need for greater cooperation in agriculture within BRICS
He said this statement in Brasilia at the BRICS Agricultural Working Group's Meeting
From 12 to 14 March 2025, Brasilia, the capital of Brazil, is hosting a meeting of the BRICS Agricultural Working Group.
UAE launches national policy to preserve modern architectural heritage
The policy is expected to boost cultural tourism
The UAE Ministry of Culture has officially launched the National Policy for the Preservation of Modern Architectural Heritage.
Iran to launch nationwide medical tourism management system to boost healthcare sector
The system will be fully implemented at the start of the new Iranian year
Iran is set to introduce a comprehensive medical tourism management system across the country.
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