More than 30 specialists from African countries have already begun training at the new facilities Two specialised centres have commenced operations in Ethiopia, where surgeons will be able to receive training in performing procedures using robotic surgical systems and endoscopic technologies. This was reported by the Ethiopian Broadcasting Corporation, a TV BRICS partner. President of Ethiopia Taye Atske-Selassie attended the opening ceremony. He stated that the introduction of advanced medical technologies is a key priority for the country and has…

The parties agreed to strengthen early warning systems for emergencies and improve the resilience of critical infrastructure The BRICS countries adopted a joint declaration following a meeting in New Delhi, agreeing to expand cooperation in disaster risk reduction and the exchange of expertise. This was reported by the Press Information Bureau (PIB) of the Government of India. The Third Meeting of BRICS Ministers Responsible for Disaster Risk Reduction was held under the chairmanship of Nityanand Rai, Minister of State for Home…

Higher global demand and increased domestic processing drive export revenues to a record level Zimbabwe’s mineral export revenues rose by 84 per cent in the first half of 2026, reaching a record US$2.532 billion compared with US$1.376 billion during the same period last year, the latest official figures show. This was reported by The Herald, a partner of TV BRICS. Three major mineral categories accounted for more than 74 per cent of total export earnings. Platinum Group Metals (PGMs) remained…

Iran Identifies New Priorities for the Development of Renewable Energy The 10th International Iran Renewable Energy Conference and Exhibition (IRAN REC 2026) has concluded in Tehran. The event brought together government officials, investors, representatives of the private sector and academia. The TV BRICS International Media Network acted as the forum’s information partner. The central topics of the business programme included the development of the green electricity market and further improvement of electricity trading mechanisms, the participation of industry in the…

The new technology enables earlier detection of bacterial contamination and strengthens public health protection across the emirate Dubai Municipality has introduced an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered system to improve household water quality testing, enabling the early and accurate detection of bacterial contamination, including Legionella and Escherichia coli (E. coli). According to the municipality, the upgraded service enhances laboratory capabilities and supports the protection of public health, reports Emirates News Agency (WAM), a partner of TV BRICS. The expanded testing system now…

The two sides reaffirmed their intention to expand cooperation in various fields Egypt and Russia explored the possibility of developing joint projects and launching seasonal flights during a meeting between Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, which took place on the sidelines of the ASEAN Ministerial Meeting in Manila. This was reported on the Egyptian Foreign Ministry’s website. The ministers of the two countries paid particular attention to the implementation of joint economic projects. Badr…

New initiative focuses on digital skills, female leadership and technology-driven professional development Nigeria has launched a new digital education initiative in partnership with UNESCO to enhance teachers’ professional development through mobile learning technologies, with a particular focus on empowering female educators and expanding access to quality training, as reported by News Agency of Nigeria, a TV BRICS partner. The initiative aligns with Nigeria’s Education Sector Renewal Initiative (NESRI), which aims to improve learning outcomes, modernise teacher training and promote innovation…

Students will study international relations and collaborate with their peers from other countries The BRICS Youth Alliance has opened diplomatic clubs in 12 schools across India to promote international cooperation among children. The programme brings together 120 school students, who will spend the next year working with mentors and exchanging experience with their peers from other countries. This was announced by Madhish Parikh, Founder of the BRICS Youth Alliance, during the TV BRICS programme “BRICSdialogue”. According to him, the organisation…

UN General Assembly Resolution sets priorities for international cooperation to strengthen social cohesion The United Nations has officially proclaimed the period 2027–2036 as the International Decade of Strengthening Peace for Future Generations. The new global initiative, enshrined in a resolution of the United Nations General Assembly, launches a ten-year framework for international cooperation aimed at expanding youth participation in decision-making and advancing sustainable development. The presentation of the resolution, initiated by the President of the Republic of Tajikistan, Emomali Rahmon,…

The upgraded reporter system helps identify compounds that inhibit bacterial RNA synthesis, supporting the search for treatments against antibiotic-resistant infections Researchers from Skolkovo Institute of Science and Technology, a partner of TV BRICS, and other Russian scientific centres have developed an advanced reporter system to accelerate the discovery of new antibiotics. The technology enables scientists to identify compounds that disrupt RNA synthesis in Gram-negative bacteria, including multidrug-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa, a major cause of hospital-acquired infections, according to the Skoltech website.…