Zimbabwe is set to train over 10,000 teachers and lecturers annually in artificial intelligence and digital literacy through a new partnership with the United Arab Emirates (UAE), as part of a broader strategy to advance industrialisation and digital transformation in the country. The initiative was announced by the Minister of Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services, Jenfan Muswere, during a post-Cabinet media briefing in Harare. He confirmed that Zimbabwe will collaborate with digital education institutions from the UAE to expand access…

Mondli Gungubele, Deputy Minister of Communications and Digital Transformation of South Africa, announced the launch of a joint project with the United Arab Emirates to develop a national satellite for South Africa. This is reported by Emirates News Agency (WAM), a partner of TV BRICS. Speaking on the sidelines of the SAMENA Leaders’ Summit 2025 in Dubai, Gungubele noted that the initiative builds on the UAE’s cutting-edge developments in satellite technology. He emphasised that a memorandum of intent was signed…

The United Arab Emirates has secured 15th place globally in the 2025 Human Development Index (HDI), marking a leap of eleven positions from its previous ranking in the 2021–2022 report by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). This is reported by Emirates News Agency (WAM), a partner of TV BRICS. The UAE’s composite HDI score reached 0.94, reflecting robust performance across the four main metrics: life expectancy at birth (82.9 years), expected years of schooling (15.6 years), mean years of…

The United Arab Emirates continues to strengthen its standing as a global trade hub, according to Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade. This was reaffirmed by the latest World Trade Organisation (WTO) report titled “World Trade Outlook and Statistics”. Al Zeyoudi noted that since 2014, the UAE has consistently ranked among the world’s leading trade centres and remains the top performer in the Middle East and Africa for trade in goods and services. Services now…

The United Arab Emirates has reaffirmed its dedication to fostering strong cooperation with the African Union (AU). During a recent meeting between Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC), and the UAE Ambassador to Ethiopia Mohamed Salem Al-Rashedi, both sides discussed ways to expand their partnership. The talks, highlighted in an AU press release, focused on boosting UAE investments in critical African sectors. As reported by Fana Media Corporation (FMC), a partner of TV BRICS, Youssouf emphasised the…

The UAE Central Bank has officially launched a new 100-dirham polymer banknote, showcasing cutting-edge security features and innovative designs, as reported by Sada El-Balad, a partner of TV BRICS. This release is part of the third issuance of the UAE’s national currency, aligning with the nation’s commitment to sustainability and its ambitious development vision. The new banknote maintains the red colour gradients of the existing design for ease of recognition but incorporates advanced printing techniques, including intaglio, embossed, and surface…

The Presidents of the Russian Federation and the United Arab Emirates (the UAE), Vladimir Putin and Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, held telephone talks. This is stated on the official website of the Russian President. “Vladimir Putin and Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan  gave a positive assessment of the achieved level of Russian-Emirati relations of strategic partnership,” stated in the message. It is noted that the leaders spoke in favour of further implementation of mutually beneficial trade, economic and humanitarian projects. Earlier at the…

Mohammed Salim Al Olama, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Health and Prevention, emphasised the key role of Emirati doctors in the national healthcare system. This is reported by Emirates News Agency (WAM), a partner of TV BRICS. Al Olama noted that Emirati doctors contribute immensely to the development of a world-class healthcare system that meets the highest international standards. “They [doctors – ed.] have consistently demonstrated steadfast commitment to their country and society, contributing their knowledge and skills to the development…

Since the launch of the Visiting Physician Programme in Abu Dhabi in 2021, aimed at treating rare and complex medical cases, 3,277 patients have received assistance from leading global specialists. This was reported by the emirate’s Department of Health, according to Emirates News Agency (WAM), a partner of TV BRICS. The initiative, implemented by the Abu Dhabi authorities, involves attracting highly qualified doctors from around the world to provide consultations and innovative medical services. It is noted that in 2024,…

The UAE has signed two strategic agreements with copyright organisations in India and China. This initiative marks a significant step towards fostering international cooperation in protecting the rights of creators and ensuring fair compensation for their work, as reported by Emirates News Agency (WAM), a partner of TV BRICS. The agreements were formalised by the Emirates Reprographic Rights Management Association. These partnerships aim to facilitate the exchange of protected creative content among stakeholders while guaranteeing that authors and publishers receive…