03.08.25
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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
South Africa secures US$398 million loan from NDB for road infrastructure development
The loan will focus on upgrading key transportation routes, reducing congestion, and improving safety
South Africa has secured a R7 billion loan (US$398 million) from the New Development Bank (NDB) to support the modernisation of key national road corridors, as part of broader efforts to strengthen the country’s transport infrastructure and economic connectivity.
Tsunami alert in multiple countries after powerful quake off Russia’s Kamchatka
Authorities in Indonesia, China, Peru, Mexico, Chile, and Ecuador have issued warnings following the quake
The Kamchatka region was struck by a powerful earthquake on Wednesday.
13th Indonesia–Malaysia consultation yields agreements on trade and education
Malaysia will build educational centres for Indonesian children
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim held the 13th Indonesia–Malaysia Annual Consultation at the Merdeka Palace in Jakarta.
Egypt begins export of high-tech potato seeds to Uzbekistan
The move forms part of a wider strategy to expand Egypt’s role as a regional seed exporter
Egypt has dispatched its first export of locally developed, high-tech “mini tuber” potato seeds to Uzbekistan
Putin announces plans to open Russian school in capital of Laos
Russian language is already taught in a number of Lao educational institutions, he said
Russian President Vladimir Putin held talks with his Lao counterpart Thongloun Sisoulith, who arrived in Moscow on an official visit.
Brazil officially bans cosmetics testing on animals
From the date of law’s publication, the sanitary authorities will have two years to implement the necessary measures
Brazil has taken another step towards strengthening the defence of animal rights. President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva signed a law banning the use of live animals in laboratory tests for cosmetics, perfumes and personal care products.
Indian chess player wins FIDE Women’s World Cup 2025
Indian chess player also won silver at the tournament, while the bronze went to a Chinese player
Divya Deshmukh became the first Indian woman to win gold at the Women’s World Chess Cup. She defeated titled compatriot Koneru Humpy 2.5-1.5 in the final of the tournament on a tie-breaks.
At least 40 people killed in Beijing due to heavy rain
A Level IV national emergency response has been activated in Beijing and Hebei Province
Severe downpours have struck multiple regions of China, causing devastating floods. Beijing and Hebei Province have been particularly hit hard.
Iran unveils next-generation skin-friendly nano casts
New orthopaedic solution promises greater comfort, faster recovery, and affordability
An Iranian knowledge-based firm has introduced a new line of orthopaedic casts using advanced nanotechnology.
Indian Prime Minister and UAE President discuss enhancing cooperation in key areas
They expressed keenness to strengthen bilateral relations
UAE’s President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held a telephone conversation with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Belarus and Ethiopia explore joint ventures to assemble agricultural machinery
Countries also discuss deepening cooperation in trade, technology, and education
Belarus and Ethiopia are actively working on establishing joint enterprises in Ethiopia to assemble Belarusian agricultural machinery, with the aim of serving not only the Ethiopian market but also other African countries.
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