Global mining giant Nornickel says demand for palladium could grow significantly in the coming years as new uses for the metal emerge beyond the automotive sector. This was revealed at the PGMs Industry Day conference held in Johannesburg a few days ago, where industry leaders gathered to discuss the future of platinum group metals (PGMs). Palladium is currently used mainly in autocatalysts – devices fitted in petrol and hybrid vehicles to reduce harmful emissions. About 80% of global demand comes…

The Presidents of Mozambique and Ukraine have underscored the growing importance of bilateral partnership and international cooperation following a high-level telephone conversation on Monday between Daniel Francisco Chapo and Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The discussion, described by Mozambique’s presidency as constructive and forward-looking, focused on expanding ties across key sectors including agriculture, energy, trade and technical and vocational training. Both leaders expressed a shared commitment to advancing practical mechanisms that can translate diplomatic goodwill into tangible economic and developmental outcomes. Analysts note…

Over four packed days in Brussels, Mozambique’s President, Daniel Chapo, delivered a clear and ambitious message to European leaders and investors: the country is ready to reposition itself as a competitive destination for both technological innovation and energy investment. The visit, held at the heart of the European Union, blended diplomacy with economic strategy, showcasing Mozambique as a nation seeking to convert its vast natural resources and youthful population into drivers of modern growth. A digital shift: from infrastructure to…

Among the speakers expected at the event are representatives of the Russian Foreign Ministry, specialised ministries and agencies, as well as BRICS scientific and business groups The Tech Science Forum (TSF) with the participation of BRICS countries will be held at the Lomonosov Innovation Cluster in Moscow from 5 to 6 October this year. The event will serve as a platform for cooperation among representatives of the interstate group in the fields of science, technology, education, and innovation. TV BRICS…

Government initiatives supporting domestic electronics production drive rapid growth in manufacturing, exports and supply chains India has emerged as the world’s second-largest mobile phone manufacturing country, with smartphones becoming the nation’s leading export category in 2025. The transformation reflects more than a decade of policy initiatives aimed at strengthening domestic electronics production and expanding global competitiveness. According to Indian Ministry of Electronics, the country’s electronics sector has recorded rapid growth over the past ten years under the national industrial strategy…

What challenges are BRICS countries facing in the struggle for access to this strategically important resource? And what are the BRICS nations doing to achieve digital sovereignty? Read the full analysis by TV BRICS Technological sovereignty is part of the practical BRICS agenda. The focus is on creating a new digital space where technologies serve as a key instrument of development. Semiconductors play a particularly important role in this context. Chips and their importance for BRICS Semiconductor chips are the…

Leaders of Brazil and South Africa discuss cooperation in key areas of mutual interest President of the Republic of South Africa Cyril Ramaphosa paid a state visit to the Federative Republic of Brazil at the invitation of its President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. The purpose of the trip was to expand bilateral trade and discuss partnerships on a wide range of issues, particularly in the areas of tourism and investment. The leaders of the two countries also took part…

How do the countries of the group support the development of SMEs? What challenges do they face, and how do they plan to address them? Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in BRICS countries are becoming a driver of economic development. They help create new jobs, foster a competitive environment and even introduce new technologies. Development plan until 2030 In each of the countries of the group, the development of small and medium-sized businesses is a matter of national importance. Support…

The GDP of these states demonstrates steady growth, strengthening their influence at the global level India, Indonesia and China top the ranking of gross domestic product (GDP) growth indicators among the Group of Twenty countries that have already published consolidated data for 2025, as reported by Agencia Brasil. According to the ranking, India took first place among G20 countries in terms of economic growth as of October 2025, with 6.6 per cent. In turn, the Ministry of Statistics and Programme…

For many foreign consumers, “Chinese tea” used to mean premium, high-end products that felt distant from ordinary people. “But today’s Chinese tea drink brands have completely shattered our impression of traditional Chinese tea — they taste modern and have such a stylish feel,” said Natalie, a Gen Z Thai woman. In recent years, Chinese tea beverage brands have become a more familiar sight overseas. From Kuala Lumpur to Singapore and as far as Los Angeles, Chinese milk tea and freshly…