Countries of Global Majority declare collective responsibility for global security
Representatives of states recognised the inevitability of changes in international relations and declared their readiness to participate in shaping them on an equal footing
The 14th International Meeting of High Representatives Responsible for Security Issues is taking place in the Moscow Region as part of the International Security Forum.
Egypt leads Africa in electric vehicle sales as continent’s market accelerates
New figures place Egypt at the forefront of Africa’s electric mobility transition amid rapid growth in regional demand
Egypt recorded the highest number of electric vehicle (EV) sales in Africa in 2025, strengthening its position as a leading market in the continent’s transition towards sustainable transport, according to a report highlighted by the Egyptian Cabinet’s Information and Decision Support Centre.
South Africa’s tourism sector supports 954,000 jobs as government targets further growth
Rising visitor numbers, stronger domestic travel, and new development initiatives position tourism as a key driver of employment and economic expansion
South Africa’s tourism industry has reinforced its role as one of the country’s most important sources of employment, supporting approximately 954,000 direct jobs and contributing significantly to economic growth, according to the latest government figures.
Trade turnover between Russia and UAE increases 1.5-fold to record US$14 billion in 2025
Positive dynamics in cooperation are being observed across a wide range of areas
Trade turnover between Russia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) reached a historic high, amounting to US$14 billion by the end of 2025, First Deputy Prime Minister of Russia Denis Manturov stated.
India becomes second-largest data centre market in Asia Pacific with 1.6 GW operational capacity
Rapid expansion driven by AI adoption, cloud growth, and rising demand positions India as a key global digital infrastructure hub
India has emerged as the second-largest data centre market in the Asia-Pacific region, with an operational capacity of 1.6 gigawatts (GW), underscoring its growing role in global digital infrastructure, according to a new industry report.
Indonesia expands sports tourism strategy with UNESCO geopark running series 2026-2027
Nationwide initiative aims to attract thousands of visitors, boost local economies and promote sustainable travel across internationally recognised natural destinations
Indonesia is strengthening its position in the global sports tourism market with the launch of the Geopark Run Series 2026–2027, a nationwide initiative designed to combine athletic events, sustainable tourism and the promotion of the country’s unique geological heritage.
Presidents of Kazakhstan and Russia sign statement on Seven Foundations of Friendship between peoples and number of new agreements
The three-day state visit of the President of Russia to Kazakhstan is taking place during the V Eurasian Economic Forum and the meeting of the Supreme Eurasian Economic Council in Astana
Following talks between the Presidents of Kazakhstan and Russia, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Vladimir Putin, in Astana, a number of new agreements were signed, including a joint statement on the Seven Foundations of Friendship and Neighbourliness between the peoples of Kazakhstan and Russia, an agreement on the terms of cooperation for the construction of a nuclear power plant (NPP) in Kazakhstan, and a roadmap for cooperation in the development of transport digitalisation.
Ethiopia launches national electric mobility roadmap for 2025–2030 to accelerate sustainable transport
New strategy focuses on electric vehicles, charging infrastructure, local manufacturing, and green urban development
Ethiopia has officially launched its National Electric Mobility Strategy and Implementation Plan for 2025–2030 to expand sustainable transport, reduce emissions, and modernise its mobility sector, reports ENA, a TV BRICS partner.
Brazil records 43% rise in air cargo exports in first quarter of 2026
Growing international demand and expanding e-commerce activity continued to strengthen Brazil’s air logistics and trade performance
Brazil’s exports transported by air cargo increased by 43 per cent in the first quarter of 2026, reaching US$5.8 billion.
China creates world’s first intelligent transmission electron microscope
The system enables the entire workflow, from sample transfer to data analysis, to be fully automated
The world’s first intelligent transmission electron microscope system, Yuanyan-1, capable of operating autonomously, has been unveiled in Beijing.