Thailand to allow tourists to convert digital assets into baht for payments
Thailand will introduce a system allowing foreign tourists to convert digital assets into the Thai baht for use in shops and services. The move aims to support the country’s tourism…
Chinese Tiangong crew tests AI assistance during third spacewalk
The crew of China’s Tiangong space station has used an artificial intelligence system to assist in orbit for the first time. The three taikonauts aboard Shenzhou XX completed their third…
Foreign Ministers of India and China agree to develop partnership between countries
India’s External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar held talks with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, who arrived in New Delhi on a visit. The parties agreed to maintain the positive momentum…
Uruguay’s agenda to appear in BRICS+ information space
TV BRICS starts a content exchange with the Eastern Republic of Uruguay, thereby expanding its information presence in the Latin American region. The first partner of the international media network…
Indonesia targets 5.4% economic growth in 2026 via investment and exports
The Indonesian government is preparing a set of measures to achieve the 5.4 per cent economic growth target for 2026 announced by President Prabowo Subianto. This is reported by Antara…
Zimbabwe unveils new nationwide agricultural overhaul plan
Zimbabwe is embarking on a new initiative to revolutionise its agricultural sector, aiming to boost food security and drive economic growth through a comprehensive investment plan. This is reported by…
Russian dairy exports to new markets see significant rise
Russia’s dairy industry is experiencing strong growth in export markets, with overseas sales rising by 16 per cent since the start of the year. This positive trend follows an 18…
Zimbabwe leads Africa’s first human trial of T-Cell HIV vaccine
Story by Abigirl Tembo, Health Editor ZIMBABWE has launched a ground-breaking HIV vaccine trial, with scientists seeking ways to strengthen the immune system’s response to the virus. An African-led study…
South Africa Stands Firm on Ending Plastic Pollution Despite Global Treaty Setback
15 August 2025 The Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC) session in Geneva ended without agreement on a global plastics treaty due to divisions between nations and procedural shortcomings.South Africa remains committed…
THE CAPE TOWN DECLARATION ON AFRICA WATER INVESTMENT IN THE CONTEXT OF G20
PREAMBLE We, the African Heads of State and Government, in the presence of other Global Leaders, gathered in Cape Town from 13 to 15 August, 2025 for the inaugural Africa…
ADDRESS BY PRESIDENT CYRIL RAMAPHOSA AT THE FIRST NATIONAL CONVENTION OF THE NATIONAL DIALOGUE
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH AFRICA, TSHWANE 15 AUGUST 2025 Programme Director,Vice Chancellor of the University of South Africa, Members of the Eminent Persons Group, Distinguished delegates,Representatives of civil society,Traditional leaders,Faith-based organisations,Business…
China unveils world’s first AI robot for full-process crop breeding
Chinese researchers have unveiled the world’s first robot capable of performing full-process crop breeding, showcasting a sophisticated integration of biotechnology and artificial intelligence in agriculture. This AI-powered robot is designed…
More than 2 thousand projects are competing for the All-Russian Prize «For Fidelity to Science»
The XI All-Russian Prize «For Fidelity to Science» received over…
The BRICS green economy in action: the experience of China, Russia and India
Environmental protection and rational use of natural resources are among…
Iran has broken the record for solar energy generation
Iran has reached record levels of electricity generation from solar…
Computing capacity in China will grow by 40% in 2025
Intelligent computing power in China will grow by more than…
China unearths new dinosaur species and rewrites Jurassic history
A newly identified species of Eusauropod dinosaur, a group of…
Brazil and Nigeria sign Air Service Agreement during presidential visit in Brasilia
Brazil and Nigeria signed a Bilateral Air Service Agreement on…