Expanding Water Cooperation between Tunisia and South Africa

24 June 2025

In collaboration with the Department of Science, Technology, and Innovation, the South African Academy of Sciences and the Capital of Science Diplomacy for Africa, the Embassy of the Tunisia in Pretoria, organized a Seminar about Water Management in Tunisia and South Africa, titled "The Role of Science Diplomacy on Knowledge and Expertise Sharing, Tunisia-South Africa Experience on Water Management as a Model", on June 19, 2025, at Pretoria International Convention Centre. 

Philippines Showcases Culture and Diplomacy in South Africa

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24 June 2025

Pretoria, South Africa – The vibrant diversity of Filipino culture, heritage, and international friendship was on full display at the 127th Philippine Independence Day celebration, hosted on 15 June 2025 at the Musaion Hall, University of Pretoria. The event, organised by the Embassy of the Republic of the Philippines in South Africa, marked the proclamation of the first democratic republic in Asia, honouring the sacrifices of Filipino heroes who secured independence on June 12, 1898. But beyond remembrance, it also reinforced the future, one grounded in stronger partnerships with Africa, economic diplomacy, the arts and cultural industries and shared progress.

Awakening the Spirit: Yoga and the Dialogue of Civilisations in the Age of Overload

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23 June 2025

On the sprawling lawns of the Union Buildings in Pretoria, under the clear winter skies of the Highveld, the annual International Day of Yoga unfolded with grace and symbolism. Hosted by the High Commission of India, this year’s celebration echoed beyond the postures and breathing exercises, it resonated with a deeper message of balance, unity, and reconnection in a world increasingly pulled apart by digital dissonance.

Forums on China-Central Asia cooperation development, Silk Road int'l communication held in Astana

 
Arman Kyrykbayev, assistant to the Kazakh president, reads a congratulatory message from Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev at the opening ceremony of the China-Central Asia Cooperation Development Forum and the Third Silk Road International Communication Forum in Astana, Kazakhstan, June 22, 2025. (Xinhua/Cao Yang)

ASTANA, 23 June 2025 (Xinhua) -- The China-Central Asia Cooperation Development Forum and the Third Silk Road International Communication Forum were held on Sunday in Astana, the capital of Kazakhstan.

 

ST. PETERSBURG, 23 June 2025 (Xinhua) -- A photo exhibition marking the 80th anniversary of the victory of the World Anti-Fascist War was held here on Thursday.

Asia-Pacific news agencies seek cooperation to tackle global changes, tech challenges

The 19th General Assembly of the Organization of Asia-Pacific News Agencies began in St. Petersburg, Russia, on Thursday, where members will discuss addressing global changes and tech challenges during the two-day meeting.

Source: TV BRICS

Paul Mashatile, South Africa's Deputy President: We intend to increase trade with Russia

22 June 2025

The official stated the need to triple the volume of trade with Russia and expand cooperation in energy, agriculture, and digital technologies

South Africa is looking to significantly deepen trade and technological cooperation with Russia across a number of strategic sectors, as stated by Paul Mashatile, Deputy President of the Republic of South Africa, in an exclusive interview with TV BRICS at St. Petersburg International Economic Forum ( SPIEF) 2025.

Arab League Council Condemns Israeli Aggression Against Iran and Calls for Intensified Efforts to Achieve Ceasefire

22 June 2025
Istanbul
The Council of the League of Arab States condemned the Israeli aggression against the Islamic Republic of Iran, describing it as a blatant violation of the sovereignty of a United Nations member state and a threat to regional peace and security.

 "Session Based on Open Dialogue Results at SPIEF-2025 is Important for BRICS"
 Foreign Experts on the Discussion

MOSCOW, (CAJ News) - DOCTOR of Economics and Professor at Complutense University of Madrid, Juan A. de Castro de Arespacochaga, emphasised the special significance of the session "Shaping a New Platform for Global Growth" that opened SPIEF-2025. 

This session set the tone not only for the forum's business program but also for the future economic agenda of global development.

The expert shared his observations on the forum's sidelines in St. Petersburg from June 18 to 21.

Russia willing to strengthen all-round collaboration with China: Putin

ST. PETERSBURG, 21 June 2025 (Xinhua) -- Russian President Vladimir Putin said late Wednesday that Russia and China share a broad spectrum of cooperation areas, and Russia is committed to strengthening all-around cooperation and exchanges with China.

Russia continues work on Iran's Bushehr nuclear reactor: Putin

ST. PETERSBURG, 21 June 2025 (Xinhua) -- Despite the complex situation surrounding Iran, Russia remains committed to the Bushehr nuclear reactor project, Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Friday at the plenary session of the 28th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum.
"Despite the complexity surrounding Iran, we completed the Bushehr nuclear reactor there. We've also signed contracts to build two additional reactors," Putin said.