13.07.25
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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
Representatives of BRICS+ countries put forward proposals to strengthen multilateralism
They paid particular attention to the issue of AI governance
Representatives of BRICS countries and partner states took part in the 17th summit session of the association, entitled “Strengthening Multilateralism, Economic-Financial Affairs, and Artificial Intelligence”.
Prime Ministers of India and Malaysia discuss trade, investment, and regional cooperation
Officials highlight deeper ties in technology and education, including proposed IIT campus in Malaysia
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi met on the sidelines of the 17th BRICS Summit in Brazil, focusing on strengthening cooperation in trade, investment, and technology.
UAE becomes one of top ten global trade partners for Eurasian Economic Union
The UAE is one of the most prominent trading partners for EAEU countries, with its share in the Union’s total foreign trade rising to two per cent
The United Arab Emirates is now among the top ten global trading partners of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU).
Russia and ASEAN begin preparations for new cooperation plan
The document will outline priority areas for collaboration beyond 2025
A Russia–ASEAN ministerial meeting was held in Kuala Lumpur with the participation of Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov.
Egypt–BRICS trade volume grows by 19.5% in 2024 amid deepening economic ties
Egyptian exports to BRICS countries reached US$9.4 billion in 2024
Trade between Egypt and BRICS nations rose significantly in 2024, reaching a total value of US$50.8 billion.
Iran localises 5G NR to improve national telecom capabilities
This capability improves data speeds and enhances user experiences for online services
A knowledge-based Iranian company has successfully localised 5G NR (5th Generation New Radio) technology, which is expected to significantly reduce data transfer latency and improve both security and system stability.
India and Brazil explore fast-track approval of pharmaceuticals
Around 15 major Indian pharmaceutical companies already operate within Brazilian territory
India is negotiating streamlined pathways for the approval of pharmaceutical products in Brazil, aiming to facilitate faster market access for medicines already authorised by major global regulatory bodies.
Chinese researchers develop system for non-invasive monitoring of sodium levels in blood
The device has been tested on laboratory mice and volunteers and has shown high measurement accuracy
A research team from Tianjin University has unveiled a new system that allows real-time, non-invasive monitoring of blood sodium levels.
EAEU and Indonesia conclude free trade agreement negotiations to boost bilateral trade
The agreement must now undergo the necessary domestic procedures within both parties prior to its official signing
The Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) and the Republic of Indonesia have officially concluded negotiations on a Free Trade Agreement (FTA), aiming to enhance economic cooperation between the two parties.
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