By Axel de Vernou Farrell Gregory

The BRICS summit, de-dollarization, and the global realignment

Last month’s BRICS summit saw representatives from thirty-six countries discuss the formation of a new world order without dollar dominance—and, by extension, one in which America and its allies no longer play a preeminent role. As BRICS member states alleviate bilateral tensions and Global South countries turn away from American aid, Washington urgently needs to adjust to today’s shifting geopolitical landscape.

Iranian female scholars shine in BRICS startups contest

TEHRAN –Four Iranian women namely Azam Karami, Mahvash Abyari, Marzieh Ebrahimi, and Seyedeh Fateme Hosseini have been chosen among the winners of the BRICS Women’s Startups Contest 2024.

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Brick by Brick, Xi Jinping drives BRICS cooperation

As Chinese President Xi Jinping and a host of other ‎leaders gather in Kazan, Russia, for the 16th BRICS summit, ‎the world is once again turning its limelight on the ‎burgeoning international mechanism for how it will push ‎forward self-development and respond to global woes. ‎

BRICS members must work with a shared purpose: Pezeshkian

TEHRAN – At the 16th BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian urged each member state to view the progress of its peers as interconnected with its own development, reinforcing a sense of shared purpose.

BRICS a pathway to counteract Western unilateralism: Pezeshkian

TEHRAN – The Iranian President says Iran's participation in the BRICS group presents a valuable chance to strengthen our relations with the global community and to challenge the unilateralism and totalitarianism of the United States.

BRICS Expansion: Global South media, think tanks focus on new opportunities

As the 2024 BRICS Summit approaches, CGTN hosted a gathering of BRICS media think tanks to share their insights on the bloc's development and future expectations. During the discussions, participants explored the profound impact of BRICS expansion.

Details emerge on Pezeshkian's upcoming visit to Russia

TEHRAN – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian is set to embark on a three-day official visit to Kazan, Russia, to attend the 16th BRICS Summit, where key discussions on multilateralism and cooperation between emerging economies will take center stage.

Centuries-old bone circlet unearthed in Russia

A team of archaeologists has found a fragment of a bone circular while conducting excavations in Moscow. The relic is estimated to date from the end of the 18th to the beginning of the 19th century.

BRICS at a crucial juncture: Between inclusiveness and efficiency

BRICS has arguably become the most dynamic group on the international stage as its core expansion is coupled with a significant rise in the number of developing economies that have expressed their desire to join the platform.

BRICS Business Forum welcomes over thousand expert representatives from member countries

The BRICS Business Forum concluded in Moscow. On the second day of the forum, which took place on October 18, panel sessions were held featuring business leaders from Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, Iran, the UAE, and Ethiopia.

BRICS meeting in Moscow advances peaceful nuclear energy cooperation

TEHRAN – During a recent BRICS meeting in Moscow, senior officials from the nuclear industry of member countries signed a joint declaration in support of establishing a BRICS nuclear platform, a move that underscores the importance of peaceful nuclear energy in the future energy strategies of these nations.

By Huang Fei

BRICS and the Dawn of a New Era

As world leaders prepare to gather at the 2024 BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia, the expanded BRICS is poised to redefine the global landscape.

BRICS welcomes Iran’s proposal on NCDs

TEHRAN –Attending the 14th meeting of BRICS Ministers of Health, Alireza Raeisi, the deputy health minister, proposed adopting a child-centered, rather than adult-centered, approach in addressing non-communicable diseases, which was well received by BRICS member states.

Iran attends meeting of BRICS health ministers

TEHRAN –A delegation headed by deputy health minister Alireza Raeisi participated in the 14th Meeting of Ministers of Health in Moscow on October 10 –11. The participants discussed ways for enhancing cooperation in the field of health and treatment, utilizing new medical technologies, developing industries associated with production of advanced medical equipment, and improving the quality of education in health sector, IRNA reported.

Egyptian archaeologists unveil ancient burial chamber of Middle Kingdom noblewoman

An Egyptian archaeological mission has uncovered the tomb of a governor’s daughter dating back to the 12th Dynasty of Ancient Egypt.

Tehran invites BRICS to foster co-op in nano-tech, bio-tech

TEHRAN –Iran has called for developing cooperation in nanotechnology as well as biotechnology with BRICS member states.

Iran ready to expand energy cooperation with BRICS

TEHRAN- Iranian Energy Minister Abbas Ali-Abadi said that the Islamic Republic is ready to expand cooperation with BRICS in the field of energy.

Tourist arrivals in Kazan from BRICS countries soar 60%

TEHRAN – The Russian city of Kazan has witnessed a record increase in the number of tourists from BRICS countries this summer, with a remarkable 60 percent rise compared to the same period last year, TV BRICS reported.

IRCS expertise ‘an added value’ for BRICS: Russia's Ryabkov

TEHRAN –The extensive and acknowledged activities of the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) at the national and international levels can be an added value for the BRICS member states, Sergei Alexeyevich Ryabkov, the Deputy Foreign Minister of the Russian Federation, has said.

Tehran promotes tourist destinations to Russian visitors with new guidebook

TEHRAN - Mohammad-Amin Tavakolizade, the deputy mayor of Tehran for social and cultural affairs, has highlighted the potential for expanded tourism ties between Iran and Russia during a meeting with Moscow’s deputy mayor and BRICS tourism committee officials. 

BRICS welcomes Iran’s proposal for establishing joint SDI

TEHRAN – All the participants in the third meeting of the BRICS working group on geospatial technologies and its application have welcomed the proposal presented by the director general of the National Cartographic Center of Iran (NCC) to establish BRICS spatial data infrastructure (SDI).

Iranian director highlights cultural exchange at Samara film festival

TEHRAN- The 17th edition of International Film Festival -Salt of the Earth, which is currently underway in the Russian city of Samara, is showcasing significant contributions from Iranian cinema among other BRICS+ countries. 

Tehran Times CEO calls for concerted efforts to adapt media to AI advancements

MOSCOW – Mohammad Mahdi Rahmati, CEO of the Tehran Times, urged media outlets in the Asia-Pacific region to adapt their approaches to better serve the evolving preferences and requirements of their audiences in the face of rapid Artificial Intelligence(AI) advancements.

BRICS media summit concludes with emphasis on stability, cooperation

TEHRAN – The 7th BRICS media summit, hosted by Russia's TASS News Agency in collaboration with China's Xinhua News Agency, concluded in Moscow today, after two days of discussions aimed at strengthening media cooperation among BRICS nations.