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Russian and Brazilian foreign ministers discuss preparations for BRICS and G20 summits
Diplomats held talks by phone
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira discussed preparations for the BRICS and G20 summits to be held in Russia and Brazil.
Russian Deputy Prime Minister and President of NDB discuss current economic situation in world
They held a meeting at the Boao Asian Forum in China
Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexey Overchuk discussed the current economic situation in the world with Dilma Rousseff, President of the BRICS New Development Bank (NDB).
Aspirational Districts Programme continues to change lives of people in 112 districts in India
The initiative was launched in 2018
India's state-run Aspirational Districts Programme, launched in 2018, continues to change the lives of people in 112 districts across the country, as reported by IANS, a partner of TV BRICS.
China launches meteorological research satellite into orbit
The satellite will help predict natural disasters
China has launched a satellite from the Taiyuan space centre (Shanxi Province).
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South African authorities step up efforts to introduce renewable energy sources
Approximately 120 projects are currently underway
The South African government is stepping up efforts to introduce new generating facilities based on renewable energy sources.
Egypt's Prime Minister supports pharmaceutical regulator's bid to gain WHO accreditation
Egyptian Medicines Authority's new status will open access to advanced technologies
Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly met with Ali Al-Ghamrawy, Head of the Egyptian Drug Authority to discuss the agency's activities.
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Iran's economic council holds its first meeting of year
The president said that the country's enterprises should pay attention to the slogan of the 1403rd Iranian year
During a meeting of Iran's economic council, President Ebrahim Raisi said all sectors of production, including oil, agriculture, energy, industry and mining, should focus on implementing the slogan of 1403 Iranian year beginning 20 March 2024 to boost "production growth".
UAE authorities indicate importance of cultural initiatives in country's development
Emirati Culture Minister emphasised the role of poetry for Arabic-speaking peoples
Minister of Culture of the United Arab Emirates Salem bin Khalid Al Qassimi during a speech on the occasion of World Poetry Day emphasised the importance of cultural initiatives in the development of the country.
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Saudi Arabia launches training programme to develop space industry
University graduates and specialists are attracted to the training courses
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Saudi authorities have launched the Madarik education programme to develop national capabilities in the space sector.
President of Ethiopia emphasises importance of strengthening women in leadership positions
She was speaking at a special training organised by government agencies and the UN
Ethiopian President Sahle-Work Zewde said there is a need to attract women to leadership positions as well as to provide quality training for them.
Zimbabwe aspires to join BRICS New Development Bank
The African state intends to embark on a path of sustainable economic growth
The Republic of Zimbabwe is keen to join BRICS New Development Bank. Persistence Gwanyanya, a leading economist and member of the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) monetary policy committee.
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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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Society31.07.26Leading Russian regional universities develop international cooperation through TV BRICS -
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Society30.07.26Brazil launches automated customs clearance to speed up airport arrivals
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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"
