Monday, 10 June 2024 21:09 Benny Gantz’s departure will not endanger the parliamentary majority in the Knesset held by the ruling right-wing coalition.
Author: BRICS+ News Services
After the landmark 2024 general election in South Africa, the ruling African National Congress (ANC) has initiated steps towards the establishment of a government of national unity following the loss of its parliamentary majority. As an expert in political science, I believe that five key political parties, including those with the highest shares of votes, are essential in forming a unity government. This perspective holds true even for parties like the Economic Freedom Fighters, who have expressed opposition to the idea of a government of national unity. It is important to consider the inclusion of smaller yet significant political parties…
India enthusiastically welcomed Egypt, Iran, UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Ethiopia joining the BRICS group as their representatives participated in a crucial meeting hosted by Russia. Senior diplomat Dammu Ravi led the Indian delegation at the BRICS Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Nizhny Novgorod. The Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson, Randhir Jaiswal, expressed India’s full support for the new membership. This meeting marked the first ministerial gathering following the expansion of BRICS in 2023, with Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE becoming full-fledged members alongside Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. Although typically the External Affairs Minister would attend…
Salesforce, the global leader in AI CRM (Customer Relationship Management), recently unveiled its latest AI and cloud-based solutions at Salesforce World Tour Essentials Johannesburg. The event, held at the Kyalami Convention Centre in Midrand, attracted over 2200 global and local leaders, showcasing the growing interest in AI and digital transformation in South Africa across various sectors. According to the IDC InfoBrief sponsored by Salesforce, The Salesforce Economy: South Africa, the company and its partner ecosystem are predicted to generate $5.8 billion in net new business between 2022 and 2028 through AI-powered cloud solutions, with an estimated creation of 33,000 jobs…
The summit began on Monday with a moment of silence to honor the late Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, who tragically lost their lives in a helicopter accident last month. The meeting of BRICS foreign ministers, including Iran’s Acting Foreign Minister Ali Bagheri and representatives from nine other countries, is taking place in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia on Monday and Tuesday. Ali Bagheri Kani, upon his arrival in Nizhny Novgorod, noted that Iran’s membership in BRICS is a tribute to the legacy of the martyred Iranian president and foreign minister.
Jun 09, 2024 12:11 5 min read From a global perspective, Paraguay and its 6 million inhabitants are not a focal point of interest in the region, with its richer and larger neighbors Brazil and Argentina capturing much more of the attention. But the events along its borders always sound the alarm, as they have become well-known hotspots of drug trafficking and contraband, with some even accusing Paraguay of harboring terrorist organizations. A new chapter of this saga started on May 28, when Paraguayan President Santiago Peña issued a decree authorizing the deployment of military forces to at least three…
The Shanghai-based Jiefang Daily recently unveiled a groundbreaking plan in a news article posted on the official government website, describing it as China’s first “interprovincial, metropolitan-area land and space plan.” This ambitious undertaking aims to significantly reduce commuting times between Shanghai and the 13 regional cities, potentially cutting travel times to as little as 30 minutes and no more than 90 minutes. The plan includes interconnected infrastructure and industrial development coordination, encompassing cities like Suzhou, Hangzhou, Ningbo, Wuxi, Nantong, Zhoushan, and Xuancheng. Covering an area of approximately 114,000 square kilometers with a combined population of 110 million and an annual…
On Monday afternoon, Kanze Dena, the Director of Communications in the former President Uhuru Kenyatta’s office, issued an official statement addressing speculations about the Kenya Kwanza administration’s alleged refusal to release funds designated for financing operations at his office. She refuted claims made by State House Spokesperson Hussein Mohammed, clarifying that the current office of Uhuru Kenyatta has not been provided by the state, nor have new cars been purchased for his use. Dena highlighted six key issues and presented Uhuru’s official position on the matter. She discussed the challenges faced by the office in terms of office space, vehicles,…
The devaluation of the pound and influx of foreign investments have provided much-needed relief to Egypt’s currency crisis. Dr. Hala Elsaid, Egypt’s Minister of Planning and Economic Development, projects a modest growth in the economy for the upcoming fiscal years, citing increased investment spending, stronger net exports, and higher consumer spending as contributing factors. Finance Minister Mohamed Maait, in discussions with the IMF, anticipates steady economic growth in the current fiscal year and beyond. These positive developments come on the heels of a significant real estate deal with the UAE and a substantial agreement with the IMF. Despite recent progress,…
The Delhi High Court has requested a medical status report of Hyderabad businessman Arun Ramchandran Pillai from the jail authorities. Pillai was arrested in connection with the Enforcement Directorate (ED) probe into the now-defunct excise policy. During a hearing on his plea for interim bail on medical grounds, a single judge bench of Justice Amit Sharma instructed that the latest report on Pillai’s medical status and treatment be obtained from the concerned jail superintendent. In his plea seeking interim bail for eight weeks, Pillai, aged 51, stated that he has been experiencing lower back aches for the past eight years.…