In this week’s round-up: Five countries have joined BRICS, according to South Africa; Russia’s agenda as it takes over as BRICS chair; arms control talks take centre stage.
South Africa says five countries confirm they are joining BRICS
Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates have confirmed they are joining the BRICS bloc after being invited last year, South Africa’s Foreign Minister Naledi Pandor said on Wednesday.
Brics+ are checkmating the Western narrative on Gaza
South Africa’s ethical position at The Hague can be viewed as a manifestation of historical karma. The essence of the case was on behalf of an oppressed population that had supported the black majority during the days of apartheid. Specifically, the case targeted Israel, a country that had collaborated with the apartheid regime.
Senior Russian, Chinese Diplomats Discuss Arms Control, Cooperation in BRICS
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov and Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Ma Zhaoxu discussed arms control and cooperation in BRICS during Russia’s presidency, the Foreign Ministry reported.
Russia plans a host of events during BRICS presidency, hopes new members will have a “smooth and harmonious” inclusion
Russia is hopeful that all new BRICS members will benefit from their decision to join this association, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister and Russia’s BRICS Sherpa Sergei Ryabkov said.
BRICS to discuss credit ratings, anti-money laundering platform: Russian central bank governor
Russia central bank governor Elvira Nabiullina on Tuesday said that the country will propose key initiatives to enhance cooperation among the BRICS countries in 2024 when it assumes the chairmanship.
SA start-up Khoi Tech joins BRICS council
Telkom Group-backed start-up Khoi Tech has joined the manufacturing group of the BRICS Business Council.
Soweto-based Khoi Tech has developed its own smart watch, Khoi Afriwatch1, which provides real-time information on vital health metrics, including heart rate, body temperature, blood oxygen saturation, stress levels and sleep patterns.
