09.03.25
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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
Zimbabwe’s Foreign Minister says country awaits decision on its application to join BRICS
He said the association is one of the most important platforms for economic cooperation
Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Trade of Zimbabwe Amon Murwira has arrived in Moscow on a visit to hold talks with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov.
Russia and Myanmar sign agreement to build small-scale nuclear power plant in republic
The head of the Myanmar government thanked the Russian side for the country’s support in the international arena
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Myanmar Prime Minister Min Aung Hlaing, Chairman of the State Administration Council, held talks in Moscow on 4 March.
Lula da Silva invites Mexico, Uruguay, and Colombia to BRICS summit
The event is scheduled to take place on 6-7 July
Brazil has invited Mexico, Uruguay, and Colombia to participate in the BRICS summit in Rio de Janeiro in July.
South Africa’s agricultural exports reach record US$13.7 billion in 2024
Experts consider that the country should expand market access to some BRICS countries
South Africa’s agricultural exports rose to record highs and reached US$13.7 billion in 2024, marking an increase of 3 per cent from the previous year.
India launches second national gene bank to secure biodiversity conservation
The gene bank will house an extensive collection of 1 million germplasm lines
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced the establishment of India’s second National Gene Bank, a major initiative aimed at preserving the country’s rich genetic resources and ensuring long-term food security.
Egypt accelerates green hydrogen and ammonia production with new project
This initiative supports Egypt’s long-term energy strategy
Egypt is advancing its clean energy ambitions with a proposed green hydrogen and ammonia production facility.
Chinese scientists uncover mechanism behind bacterial cancer therapy
Scientists are now progressing towards clinical trials to pave the way for personalised cancer treatment strategies
A groundbreaking study by Chinese researchers has unveiled the key mechanism behind bacterial cancer therapy, offering new possibilities for next-generation cancer treatments.
Iran develops biodegradable dressing for rapid wound healing
It is predicted that about 500,000 units of the product will be produced annually in the country
The new development, containing biodegradable polymers and nanocurcumin, is designed to accelerate healing, prevent scarring and has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.
Ethiopia generates almost 100% of its electricity from renewable sources
Ethiopia advances climate resilience and green industrialisation with water management initiatives
Ethiopia is making strides in climate resilience and sustainable development through renewable energy expansion, water conservation initiatives, and green infrastructure projects, according to Ethiopian Minister of Planning and Development Fitsum Assefa Adela.
World leading doctors help 3,000 patients with complex medical cases in Abu Dhabi
Selective dorsal rhizotomy was performed in the emirate for the first time in November last year
Since the launch of the Visiting Physician Programme in Abu Dhabi in 2021, aimed at treating rare and complex medical cases, 3,277 patients have received assistance from leading global specialists.
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