Scientists believe the archeological zone Sang-e Madan, in western Iran, represents one of the most extensive in the country, dating from one million to 40,000 years ago, according to Tehran Times, a partner of TV BRICS. The head of the archaeological investigation team, Nemat Hariri, pointed out the recent discoveries in the site have the prospects of reshaping and further decoding the understanding of ancient human civilizations. “That survey underscored the site’s importance as a key archaeological zone in southern…

“Because of oil, the whole world has its eyes on Iraq,” Hussein sighed. “My whole life has a close connection with oil, and so has the fate of my country.” Hussein Ali Saeed, an 81-year-old resident, has spent his entire life in Kirkuk, a city in northern Iraq renowned for its abundant oil reserves. As this retired Iraqi oil worker sees it, his hometown is dotted with flames raging above the oil fields, with silver oil pipelines stretching from afar…

The UAE economy will grow by 3.9 per cent in the current year 2024 and by 6.2 per cent in 2025. This was reported by Emirates News Agency (WAM), a partner of TV BRICS, citing data from the Arab Monetary Fund (AMF). Analysts claim that the positive trend in the UAE economy is driven by continued growth in tourism activity, a revival in the property market, and international trade. The fund’s report also notes that the country’s financial system is…

Iran’s Water and Wastewater Company announced that drinking water has been supplied to 10,000 villages across the country in the past four years. This is reported by Tehran Times, a partner of TV BRICS. The source also reported that 11 desalination plants have been put into operation in the country during the tenure of the current government. The official said that 81 per cent of the equipment and items used in the water sector are produced domestically. Earlier, Iran’s Ministry…

Iran is planning to set up an organisation to support women scientists and women researchers in various fields. This is reported by Tehran Times, a partner of TV BRICS. Iranian officials have considered forming a network to support female professionals in different fields. The organisation to be established will focus on women’s technical empowerment as well as international cooperation. 135 Iranian women researchers have been named the most cited scientists in the world in 2023. According to the source, 316…

The northern region of Mazandaran has enormous opportunity for future growth According to President of Iran Ebrahim Raisi, agriculture, industry, tourism, forests, and marine resources have special potential in the northern region. This was reported by Mehr News Agency, a partner of TV BRICS. “Universities and scientific centres, as well as the historical background and numerous personalities that excel not only in the province and the country but also in the World of Islam, along with the history and civilisation…

Iranian experts aim to achieve self-sufficiency and turn Iran into a major space centre in the region in line with the 10-year strategy for the development of the country’s space industry, Iran’s Minister of Information and Communications Technology Eissa Zarepour. He emphasised that the country aims to promote its space services globally, especially in the fields of lightweight launch vehicles and compact satellites. Eissa Zarepour said Iran is capable of producing satellites weighing less than 100kg and the demand for…

This selection supports the UAE’s participation in international initiatives and the sharing of best practices to improve statistical analyses, and promotes the creation of digital platforms for data sharing. Key Role The UN Statistical Commission, comprising 24 countries elected by the Economic and Social Council, is the pinnacle of the global statistical system. The UAE’s election to the commission highlights the country as a leader in the digital transformation of statistics and celebrates national and international improvements in the statistical…

AIM Congress 2024 will take place in Abu Dhabi from 7-9 May 2024 under the theme “Adapting to a Shifting Investment Landscape: Harnessing New Potential for Global Economic Development”. This annual event, organised by the AIM Global Foundation, will bring together industry leaders, policymakers and experts to explore innovative strategies and opportunities for economic growth and prosperity. The event will feature more than 900 speakers, over 450 dialogue sessions, 7 high-level roundtables and 27 side events. Among the participants of…

The UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MoEI) has announced its participation in the upcoming World Future Energy Summit (WFES) 2024 to be held in Abu Dhabi from 16-18 April. The government agency intends to showcase the country’s progress in the clean energy transition and its ambition to achieve climate neutrality by 2050. This is reported by Emirates News Agency (WAM), a partner of TV BRICS. MoEI’s Undersecretary for Energy and Petroleum Affair, Sharif Al Olama emphasised the significance of…