07.04.24
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BRICS News Digest for the previous week
Brazilian government allocates US$2 billion to combat climate change
A dedicated national fund will receive the funds
Brazil’s Ministry of Environment and Climate Change has allocated 10 billion reais (US$2 billion) to the National Climate Change Fund.
Russia is fifth among G20 countries in terms of economic growth rate
The rankings were based on 2023 results
According to the national statistical services, last year Russia ranked fifth among the G20 countries in terms of economic growth.
India’s G20 Sherpa endorses group’s priorities for current year
He supported the agenda of the Brazilian presidency
India’s Sherpa to G20 Amitabh Kant attended the virtual meeting of G20 Sherpas under the Brazilian presidency.
Megacity in People’s Republic of China to test 6G technology
This will help integrate the information and communications industry with the industrial economy
One of China’s megacities, Shanghai, is stepping up research and development of a range of technologies, such as 5G-Advanced and 6G networks, to promote the deep integration of the information and communications industry with the industrial economy.
Highest paid job in South Africa is in financial services sector
The data has been released by the country’s official statistics department
The latest quarterly employment report (QES) from Stats SA has revealed that 40 jobs in South Africa have earnings above the average gross salary.
Egypt inaugurates president
Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi was re-elected to the post in December
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi officially assumed office as head of state for the third time, taking the constitutional oath of office before members of the country’s parliament.
Iran’s daily oil production increases by 50,000 barrels since beginning of 2024
This is evidenced by the data of the relevant international organization
Iran has increased its daily oil production by 50,000 barrels in the first two months of the current year.
UAE government body launches initiatives in line with UN development goals
Many initiatives aim to reduce food loss and waste
The Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA) has reaffirmed its commitment to reducing food loss and waste in the emirate.
Saudi Arabia breaks record in inbound tourist spending last year
The country received US$36 billion from tourists
Saudi Arabia recorded a historic record spending by inbound tourists in 2023, which brought the country 135 billion Saudi riyals or US$36 billion.
Ethiopia’s Foreign Minister speaks about implementation of Smart City project in capital city of Ethiopia
He briefed diplomats in Addis Ababa
Ethiopian Foreign Minister Taye Atske Selassie briefed the diplomatic community in Addis Ababa on the implementation of the ambitious Smart City project.
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