
Ethiopian government hails BRICS membership as major diplomatic achievement
Authorities also report economic and political progress over the past nine months

The Office of the Prime Minister of Ethiopia has presented a 100-day review alongside a report on the government’s performance over the past nine months.
South African researchers unveil smartphone device to transform voice disorder screening
Portable innovation aims to expand early diagnosis beyond major urban centres

Researchers at the University of Pretoria have developed and tested a low-cost, smartphone-compatible medical device designed to significantly improve access to voice disorder screening across South Africa, reports IOL.
Jakarta targets 50% emissions reduction by 2030 through electric vehicle expansion
City accelerates clean energy transition with charging infrastructure and public sector electrification

The government of Jakarta has set a target to reduce carbon emissions by 50 per cent by 2030, placing the rapid expansion of electric vehicles (EVs) at the centre of its clean energy strategy.
Egypt launches first regional artificial intelligence hub to accelerate digital economy
New Cairo-based complex aims to support 100 AI start-ups by 2030 and strengthen the country’s position as a regional innovation centre

Egypt has unveiled its first specialised artificial intelligence (AI) complex of its kind in the region, reports Sada El-Balad, a partner of TV BRICS.
Russian scientists develop glass–aluminium coating to boost engine efficiency
Breakthrough thermal barrier material could improve fuel economy and durability in high-temperature engines

Researchers at South Ural State University, a partner of TV BRICS, have developed an innovative thermal barrier coating by combining glass with an aluminium alloy, offering a new solution for protecting engine components operating under extreme conditions.
Brazil includes acupuncture in emergency care provided by state hospitals
In Sao Paulo, up to 80 patients a day visit a department where this ancient Chinese technique helps reduce dependence on painkillers

Brazil has become the first country in the Western Hemisphere where traditional Chinese medicine is officially practised in public hospitals.
Online literature market in China exceeds US$7.3 billion in 2025
Experts highlight China’s progress in building a “reading society”

The scale of China’s online literature market reached approximately US$7.31 billion in 2025, an increase of 16.6 per cent compared with the previous year.
India sets target of 100 GW nuclear capacity by 2047
Government roadmap aims to expand nuclear energy tenfold, with reforms and new technologies shaping the sector’s future

India is planning a major expansion of its nuclear energy sector, targeting a capacity increase from 8.8 gigawatts (GW) to 100 GW by 2047 as part of its long-term energy transition strategy, reports IANS, a partner of TV BRICS.

