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18 minutes 57 sec. BRICS News Digest for the previous week
Colombia joins BRICS New Development Bank
The country will be able to receive concessional loans to implement projects in infrastructure, renewable energy, and healthcare
Colombian Minister of Foreign Affairs Laura Sarabia announced the completion of the country’s accession process to the BRICS New Development Bank (NDB).
Brazil to host 2026 Pan American Artistic Gymnastics Championships
The country also organises the Rhythmic Gymnastics World Championships in Rio de Janeiro
Brazil has been officially named as the host country for the 2026 Pan American Championships in both artistic and rhythmic gymnastics, following a decision by the Pan American Gymnastics Union during its general assembly held earlier this week.
Presidents of Russia and Indonesia adopt declaration on strategic partnership
A number of interagency agreements were also signed
Negotiations took place in St. Petersburg between President of Russia Vladimir Putin and his Indonesian counterpart Prabowo Subianto, who arrived in the country to participate in the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF).
Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova: BRICS represents global majority
She emphasised that the countries in the group play a key role in global processes
Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova in an exclusive interview at the TV BRICS studio in the Roscongress International Cooperation Area at St. Petersburg International Economic Forum ( SPIEF) 2025.
Kerala leads India’s state IQ rankings as education-focused states dominate top positions
These findings shed light on the strong correlation between robust educational ecosystems and cognitive development
Kerala has been ranked the highest among all Indian states in terms of average Intelligence Quotient (IQ), according to a new nationwide study examining regional cognitive performance.
China and Central Asian countries sign treaty of permanent good-neighborliness and friendly cooperation
Xi Jinping announces the creation of three new cooperation centres
The second “China-Central Asia” Summit took place in Astana, where the heads of state signed the Astana Declaration and the treaty of permanent good-neighbourliness, friendship and cooperation.
Experts highlight growing momentum for trade cooperation between Russia and South Africa within BRICS+
Specialists from both countries underscore plans for joint industrial projects, deeper investment ties, and the need to overcome logistical and financial barriers to boost bilateral trade
South Africa continues to play a key role in advancing cooperation within BRICS and beyond, with a focus on trade, infrastructure and inclusive economic development.
Russian Ambassador to Egypt: "Record investments and strategic projects strengthen partnership between our countries"
The ambassador explained that Egypt imported more than 10 million tons of wheat from Russia in 2024
The Russian Ambassador to Egypt, Georgy Borisenko, stated that Russia is working to strengthen its relations with Egypt, with both countries implementing numerous joint projects.
UAE strengthens global leadership in metrology to drive innovation and sustainable growth
The new initiatives are aimed at creating high-tech laboratories in strategic sectors of the economy
The United Arab Emirates is reinforcing its global standing in the science of measurement, or metrology, as a cornerstone of its national strategy to build a knowledge-based economy fuelled by innovation, advanced technology, and international quality standards.
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