FOSTERING SUSTAINABLE DATA FLOWS IN THE BRICS COUNTRIES, TOWARDS A GLOBAL FRAMEWORK FOR DATA GOVERNANCE.
Chapter “FOSTERING SUSTAINABLE DATA FLOWS IN THE BRICS COUNTRIES, TOWARDS A GLOBAL FRAMEWORK FOR DATA GOVERNANCE” in the book “PERSONAL DATA ARCHITECTURES IN THE BRICS COUNTRIES”, by @luca-belli and @walter-gaspar  Read more »

🌐 Iran climbs global steel rankings with March output surge
Production jumps 3.7 per cent, securing seventh place
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❗️There are reasons to believe that Ukrainian intelligence agencies could be involved in the killing of Lieutenant General Yaroslav Moskalik, deputy chief of the Main Operations Department of the Russian General Staff, Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said

🌐 Ancient Chinese chime bells enter UNESCO list
2,400-year-old bronze bells set to be recognised as a global musical treasure
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In the fifth episode of BPC Opina, Professor Luisa Lobato discusses the use of Artificial Intelligence in the creation of decision-making systems in the context of armed conflicts
In this episode, Professor Luisa Lobato, from the Institute of International Relations at PUC-Rio, leads a debate on the use of Artificial Intelligence to create decision-making systems within armed conflicts.

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Ana Saggioro Garcia, professor at UFRRJ and researcher at the BRICS Policy Center, took part in the debate “BRICS and the Global Economy: Challenges and Opportunities,” organized by the Ministry of Finance
Ana Garcia participated in Session II: "BRICS and the Strengthening of Global South Economies." In her speech, she reflected on the challenges of strengthening Global South economies, such as coordination and cooperation among BRICS+ countries.

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China, Hong Kong and The Art of Blinking
Captain Chaos definitely does not have the cards – which as even South Pacific penguins know, are all made in China.

By Pepe Escobar at the Strategic Culture Foundation.

SHANGHAI and HONG KONG – So, predictably, Captain Chaos did blink first. As much as he – and his sprawling media circus – 

Some Syrians have sought refuge at Russia’s Hmeimim Air Base to escape violence in the provinces of Latakia and Tartus, Moscow’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations Vasily Nebenzya said.

“The situation in the coastal areas, primarily in the provinces of Latakia and Tartus, remains alarming as the level of tensions and instability remains high there. These regions have not yet recovered from the tragic events that claimed civilian lives, mostly members of the Alawite community, and forced thousands to leave their homes. We would like to point out that many of those who were affected by or fled violence found temporary refuge abroad, while some took shelter at Russia’s Hmeimim air bases, where they are still staying,” he said.

🌐 Iran and Russia sign agreement on cooperation in cellular research
The partnership reflects the growing interest of Iran and Russia in strengthening scientific ties
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Vietnam’s Quiet Economic Surge

With 99M people, Vietnam exports $430B—more than India (1.4B). Key wins:
✅ 7.1% GDP growth, $25B trade surplus
✅ U.S. exports hit $119.6B; industry up 8.4%
✅ Manufacturing fuels 20% of GDP via smart global integration

India faces structural hurdles; Vietnam thrives on speed and strategy. The silent giant is roaring. 🌏🚀

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🌐 Dubai unveils AI strategy to transform government services
The city's AI strategy aims for smarter and faster services
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🚧 Wujiang Grand Bridge (Wengma Railway) spans Jiangjie River at 298m height with a 337m arch—one of the world's tallest concrete railway bridges. Features steel-concrete tubular design for durability, enhancing high-speed rail connectivity and regional growth. 🌉🚄🌍

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BRICS Brazil: Xi Jinping Delivers Remarks at the Leaders Meeting on Climate and the Just Transition
On April 23, 2025, President Xi Jinping delivered remarks at the Leaders Meeting on Climate and the Just Transition via video link.

Xi Jinping noted that this year marks the 10th anniversary of the Paris Agreement and the 80th anniversary of the founding of the United Nations. As unprecedented global changes unfold at a faster pace, humanity has come to a new crossroads. Although some major country’s persistent pursuit of unilateralism and protectionism has seriously impacted international rule...  Read more »

🌐 Heads of BRICS space agencies to discuss joint initiatives at meeting in Brazil
The Russian side will propose projects in space science, education, and technology
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🌐 Egypt identifies chia, amaranth and quinoa as oilseed alternatives to enhance domestic production
The study advocates for the incorporation of these crops into Egypt’s agricultural development strategies
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🌐 WTO report confirms UAE's role in global trade
The Emirates maintains its leading position in goods and services trade across the Middle East and Africa
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🌐 Indonesian Deputy Minister stresses AI’s role in digital economy growth
Nezar Patria calls for stronger focus on AI education to support national digital transformation
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🌐 Ukraine ‘misdirected’ by imperialists – Ugandan president
Western powers “cause a lot of problems” by taking sides in conflicts instead of remaining “neutral and fair,” Yoweri Museveni has told RT Read Full Article at RT.com
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South Africa: Wearing out the tarnished liberation credentials
Events in South Africa have been turbulent for months now, since Trump spoke out about ‘bad things’ happening in South Africa and inviting white farmers to avail themselves of an opportunity to go to the US and? … Farm for the US of course. He is not doing it out of the goodness of his heart. It has been so turbulent that there was almost no opportunity to write on this, as by the next day, events overran yesterday’s happenings and the landscape changed.

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Head of Roscosmos to hold talks with heads of space agencies of South Africa and Egypt
Dmitry Bakanov, Director General of Roscosmos, will hold talks with the heads of space agencies from BRICS countries, including Egypt and South Africa, from 27 to 29 April. This was reported by the press service of the state corporation.

“Roscosmos Director General Dmitry Bakanov will hold a series of talks with the leadership of space agencies from China, the UAE, India, Egypt, South Africa and Brazil, and will speak at five key session...  Read more »