When Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak and China’s Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang met in Beijing for the 22nd Intergovernmental Russian-Chinese Commission on Energy Cooperation, the tone of the discussions made one thing clear. Moscow and Beijing are not simply trading energy, they are deliberately building a long-term partnership rooted
President Xi Jinping called on the nation to persevere and move forward resolutely in the pursuit of Chinese modernisation. Speaking at a reception in the Great Hall of the People in Beijing to mark the 76th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China, Xi—who also serves as
Under the new agreement, travelers can book a single ticket for flights across both airlines’ networks, eliminating the need for multiple check-ins and reducing the hassle of baggage transfers. This collaboration is set to significantly improve the travel experience for passengers flying between India, Uganda, and onward destinations. Expanding Networks
eThekwini Municipality, which includes Durban, South Africa, is actively involved in the BRICS Partnership on New Industrial Revolution (PartNIR) at the BRICS PartNIR Innovation Center (BPIC) in Xiamen, China. This participation highlights eThekwini’s dedication to innovation, smart city development, and global cooperation. These efforts align with the municipality’s broader objectives
The United Arab Emirates’ rise as a leading investor and trade partner in Africa is reshaping the architecture of Middle East–Africa relations. Recent data showing that South Africa has become the UAE’s second-largest non-oil trade partner on the continent is not simply a bilateral milestone, it is indicative of how
The United Arab Emirates’ rise as a leading investor and trade partner in Africa is reshaping the architecture of Middle East–Africa relations. Recent data showing that South Africa has become the UAE’s second-largest non-oil trade partner on the continent is not simply a bilateral milestone, it is indicative of how
Politics is not confined to parliaments, manifestos, or ballot boxes; it is woven into the daily fabric of society. It shapes how people interact, influences opportunities, and drives collective action. When politics fails to deliver stability, fairness, or dignity, the consequences spill into the streets; sometimes peacefully, sometimes violently. From
Amazon’s $25 million stake in Colombian delivery company highlights its ambitions in Latin America, but Mercado Libre remains dominant. Amazon has entered into a deal with Colombian delivery platform Rappi, acquiring convertible notes worth $25 million that could later be turned into equity. According to sources, this arrangement could give
On Tuesday, the 9th of September 2025 Ethiopia is poised to open the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD), a monumental event that concludes over ten years of construction, disagreements, and strategic geopolitical maneuvers concerning the Blue Nile’s waters. This $5 billion mega-project, primarily funded by internal resources and national bond
On Tuesday, the 9th of September 2025 Ethiopia is poised to open the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD), a monumental event that concludes over ten years of construction, disagreements, and strategic geopolitical maneuvers concerning the Blue Nile’s waters. This $5 billion mega-project, primarily funded by internal resources and national bond
