BRICS explores integration of instant payment systems and digital currencies
This integration will help bring national financial systems closer together
The BRICS countries are considering the possibility of integrating their national instant payment systems and central bank digital currencies.
Russian scientists discover new rare-earth-rich mineral with technological potential
The mineral could open up new possibilities for the development of materials using “soft chemistry” techniques
Researchers from Saint Petersburg State University (SPbU), a partner of TV BRICS, the Kola Science Centre of the Russian Academy of Sciences and the A. E. Fersman Mineralogical Museum have discovered a new mineral on the Kola Peninsula, provisionally named Kola Ashcroftine.
Iran to become member of New Development Bank
The country plans to develop financial cooperation with other members of the group
Iran intends to become a member of the New Development Bank (NDB) in the near future.
Brazil unveils its logistics development plan up to 2050
Its aim is to improve transport efficiency and expand multimodal transport
The Brazilian Ministry of Transport has unveiled the National Logistics Plan up to 2050.
India launches conservation plan to protect elusive clouded leopard habitats
New strategy focuses on forest restoration, scientific monitoring and community participation to safeguard one of Asia’s rarest wild cats
India has launched a comprehensive conservation strategy for the clouded leopard, strengthening efforts to protect one of Asia’s most elusive wild cat species and preserve the fragile forest ecosystems of the country’s northeast.
UAE advances healthcare with AI and digital technologies
These technologies help doctors respond more quickly, make more accurate diagnoses and treat conditions more effectively
The United Arab Emirates’ healthcare system is making greater use of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technologies.
Ethiopia uses satellites to monitor how newly planted trees take root
Ten data centres are operating across the country to process and analyse the data
Ethiopia is using satellite imagery and GPS to monitor the results of tree planting more accurately.
Iran and South Africa to expand cooperation in education and science
This involves exchanges of lecturers and students, joint research and educational programmes
Iran and South Africa have agreed to expand cooperation between universities and scientific organisations.
Indonesia launches plan to conserve elephant populations
The country’s authorities have drawn up measures to ensure the animals can coexist with humans
Indonesia’s Ministry of Forestry has presented a strategy and action plan for the conservation of the Sumatran elephant.
China leads humanoid robot market with 97% of global shipments
Robotics, artificial intelligence and innovative medicine are emerging as key drivers of China’s industrial and export development
China is strengthening its position in humanoid robotics, with domestic manufacturers accounting for more than 97 per cent of global shipments in the first half of 2026.