A fragile pause in escalating tensions between the United States and Iran has emerged after President Donald Trump agreed to suspend planned military strikes for two weeks, opening a narrow window for negotiations amid fears of a broader regional conflict. The announcement follows days of heightened rhetoric and military posturing, with Washington previously warning Tehran to reopen the strategic Strait of Hormuz or face severe military consequences. The waterway, a critical artery for global oil supply, became a flashpoint after…

Partnership to focus on climate action, industry and emerging technologies Ethiopia and India are stepping up efforts to broaden bilateral cooperation across a range of strategic sectors, signalling a deepening partnership focused on sustainable development and innovation, reports ENA, a partner of TV BRICS. According to Anil Kumar Rai, India’s Ambassador to Ethiopia, both countries are actively exploring new and emerging areas of collaboration while reinforcing existing ties. He highlighted a shared commitment to strengthening relations through expanded economic, technological…

On 6 April 2026, the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace, a conference in Moscow discussed cooperation between Russia and BRICS+ countries in the field of sport and the promotion of sporting values through media The conference “The Art of Sport. International cooperation between Russia and the BRICS+ countries in the field of sport. Promoting the Values of Sport through Culture and Media” was held at the BRICS+ Information and Cultural Media Centre, based at the All-Russian State…

The Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) has welcomed a significant endorsement of the country’s economic standing, following a recent assessment by Bank of America that ranks South Africa as the leading equity market in its region. The ranking, issued by one of the world’s largest financial institutions, positions South Africa at the top of its regional equity market assessment, signalling renewed global confidence in the country’s investment environment. According to GCIS, this recognition reflects the resilience and sophistication of…

Discussions are also underway in the country regarding the creation of payment channels independent of third-country currencies Indonesia is demonstrating sustained interest in the work of the BRICS Grain Exchange. This was stated by Sergey Tolchenov, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Russian Federation to the Republic of Indonesia, in an exclusive interview with TV BRICS. “In my view, Indonesia, as a full member of BRICS and guided by the priorities of ensuring food security and diversifying its foreign economic…

BRICS is strengthening its position in global trade and shaping new economic ties The trade turnover of BRICS countries exceeded US$1 trillion in 2025. What is driving the growth in commerce, turning the BRICS countries and their partners into a significant trading group? Which countries are emerging as its economic engines? And why, according to experts, differences in standards and logistical challenges may require the creation of new trade zones and formats in the future? BRICS as a trading group…

Call for papers opens for international event on sustainable development and global transformation The BRICS Research Institute supported by University of Venda and Durban University of Technology in collaboration with University of Campinas and RUDN University, has announced a call for papers for the 5th BRICS Postgraduate Forum, set to take place from 9 to 11 June 2026 at the University of Campinas in Brazil. TV BRICS will serve as the international media partner of the event. Held under the…

Fudan University programme will be held in July 2026 A summer school dedicated to BRICS cooperation and global governance will take place in Shanghai from 11 to 31 July 2026, bringing together students and early-career researchers from across BRICS countries. Organised by Fudan University, the Shanghai Summer School (BRICS Programme) is designed to provide participants with a deeper understanding of BRICS collaboration, China’s international role, and the dynamics of the Global South. The programme will be held at the university’s Handan…

Talks focus on manufacturing localisation, mechanisation and high-tech sectors Russia and Ethiopia have taken steps to deepen bilateral economic cooperation following a series of high-level meetings during an official visit by Russia’s Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Aleksey Gruzdev to Ethiopia, reports the Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Russian Federation. The central talks took place with Ethiopia’s Minister of Industry, Melaku Alebel, where both sides discussed expanding cooperation across a wide range of sectors, including agricultural and…

Joint initiatives focus on solar integration, energy storage and infrastructure investment India and African nations are expanding strategic cooperation in renewable energy and power infrastructure, aiming to accelerate sustainable development and improve energy access across both regions, as reported by IANS, a partner of TV BRICS. The initiative was highlighted by India’s Minister of Power Manohar Lal during a high-level India–Africa partnership meeting held in New Delhi. He emphasised that collaboration between the two regions – home to nearly one-third…