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'Doing the BRICS': Ugandan Ambassador to Russia on Group's Benefits
👉 Uganda became a BRICS partner state in 2025 alongside nine other countries.
Talking about his country's relations with Russia, the diplomat said that they had "never been better than they are today" and outlined the main areas of cooperation.
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"Our theory in Uganda is that we should access markets because we can produce much more than we can consume. But without markets, you can never be able to make any money out of it," Moses Kawaaluuko Kizige told Sputnik Africa. "So, the BRICS arrangement, other than our traditional markets like the East African Community and the COMESA market, the BRICS market will give us access to bigger markets."
👉 Uganda became a BRICS partner state in 2025 alongside nine other countries.
Talking about his country's relations with Russia, the diplomat said that they had "never been better than they are today" and outlined the main areas of cooperation.
"We've had long-standing cooperation in the areas of military and defense. But now we've strengthened our cooperation in science, technology, sharing experiences, sharing discoveries, training students, training our civil servants, among others. So these diplomatic relations are now turning into cultural, educational, scientific, technological relations," he noted.
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In touch with BRICS: news digest
Tracking milestone events shaping the BRICS agenda
➖ Russian standardisation agency reports BRICS nations' interest in Russian standards
➖ Cuba offers valuable contributions to BRICS in key sectors
➖ BRICS+ Open Science Week launches in Shenzhen, China
➖ Russian Delegation took part in W20 Summit in South Africa
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Tracking milestone events shaping the BRICS agenda
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Happy birthday wishes to Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva
The BRICS Expert Council-Russia team warmly congratulates the President of the Federative Republic of Brazil, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, on his birthday!
You have devoted your life to public service, consistently upholding the principles of justice, equality, and social progress. Under your leadership, Brazil continues to reinforce its economy, expand international cooperation, and actively contribute to a fairer and more sustainable global order.
Russia deeply values your personal contribution to strengthening the #BRICS partnership and advancing the ideals of mutual respect and solidarity among nations.
We wish you good health, enduring energy, and further successes for the benefit of the Brazilian people and for the deepening of friendship and cooperation between our two nations.
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The BRICS Expert Council-Russia team warmly congratulates the President of the Federative Republic of Brazil, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, on his birthday!
You have devoted your life to public service, consistently upholding the principles of justice, equality, and social progress. Under your leadership, Brazil continues to reinforce its economy, expand international cooperation, and actively contribute to a fairer and more sustainable global order.
Russia deeply values your personal contribution to strengthening the #BRICS partnership and advancing the ideals of mutual respect and solidarity among nations.
We wish you good health, enduring energy, and further successes for the benefit of the Brazilian people and for the deepening of friendship and cooperation between our two nations.
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Lecture "Tropical Dialogue: Russia and Indonesia in the Rhythm of BRICS" at Inostranka
🔥 November 8, 2025 | 1 PM (UTC +3)
The BRICS Expert Council-Russia, together with the BRICS+ Information and Cultural Media Centre, invites you to join a lecture titled "Tropical Dialogue: Russia and Indonesia in the Rhythm of BRICS."
This lecture will explore the rich history and contemporary dynamics of Indonesia—the world's largest island nation and a new #BRICS member. It will trace the development of political, economic, and cultural ties between Russia and Indonesia, outline prospects for cooperation within the BRICS+ framework, and highlight the importance of the two nations' partnership in the global dialogue between East and West.
Speaker: Alexander Korolev, Deputy Director of the Centre for Comprehensive European and International Studies (CCEIS) and Associate Professor at the School of International Relations under the Faculty of World Economy and International Affairs at HSE University @askorolev1993
📎 More information on the website
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The BRICS Expert Council-Russia, together with the BRICS+ Information and Cultural Media Centre, invites you to join a lecture titled "Tropical Dialogue: Russia and Indonesia in the Rhythm of BRICS."
This lecture will explore the rich history and contemporary dynamics of Indonesia—the world's largest island nation and a new #BRICS member. It will trace the development of political, economic, and cultural ties between Russia and Indonesia, outline prospects for cooperation within the BRICS+ framework, and highlight the importance of the two nations' partnership in the global dialogue between East and West.
Speaker: Alexander Korolev, Deputy Director of the Centre for Comprehensive European and International Studies (CCEIS) and Associate Professor at the School of International Relations under the Faculty of World Economy and International Affairs at HSE University @askorolev1993
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How to capitalize on the environmental potential of the BRICS countries?
Sergey Bobylev, Dmitrii Rakintsev, Alina Zolotukhina
Over the past five years, the BRICS countries have actively worked to develop and implement joint measures to mitigate climate change and adapt to other environmental risks. However, achieving significant results in these areas is impossible without the use of modern economic tools to financially support environmental and climate initiatives. This study examines the challenges and opportunities associated with the development and implementation of economic policies that aim to maximize the environmental potential of the BRICS countries. The paper proposes solutions to create a unified methodology for assessing ecosystem services within the BRICS framework, reveals the potential for creating a joint market and development fund for the BRICS ecosystem services, and describes the most promising economic tools that can be used to attract investments and rationally implement environmental projects.
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Sergey Bobylev, Dmitrii Rakintsev, Alina Zolotukhina
Over the past five years, the BRICS countries have actively worked to develop and implement joint measures to mitigate climate change and adapt to other environmental risks. However, achieving significant results in these areas is impossible without the use of modern economic tools to financially support environmental and climate initiatives. This study examines the challenges and opportunities associated with the development and implementation of economic policies that aim to maximize the environmental potential of the BRICS countries. The paper proposes solutions to create a unified methodology for assessing ecosystem services within the BRICS framework, reveals the potential for creating a joint market and development fund for the BRICS ecosystem services, and describes the most promising economic tools that can be used to attract investments and rationally implement environmental projects.
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Management Concepts in the Paradigm of Spiral Dynamics: a Comparative Analysis of BRICS Countries’ Practices
Paradigm shifts in management, reflected in new management concepts, have become common in the modern world. According to some of these concepts, human relationships have taken over the fundamental role in the organization, the corporate structure is becoming…
Russia announces Malaysia's readiness to join BRICS
Malaysia meets the criteria to become a full member of BRICS, stated Russian Deputy Prime Minister Aleksey Overchuk. He confirmed that the group's member states are currently discussing Malaysia's intention to join.
During the ASEAN events, Overchuk also highlighted the significant potential for cooperation between BRICS and the Association, noting that both frameworks are founded on mutual respect and sovereign equality. He added that #BRICS is already exploring new formats for engagement.
Earlier, Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva stated that his country is ready to support Malaysia's potential accession to BRICS as a full member.
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Malaysia meets the criteria to become a full member of BRICS, stated Russian Deputy Prime Minister Aleksey Overchuk. He confirmed that the group's member states are currently discussing Malaysia's intention to join.
"BRICS countries exchange views on global issues and work to align their approaches to the strategic questions shaping our world. In this sense, Malaysia certainly fits the criteria well," he told journalists during the 47th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit in Kuala Lumpur.
During the ASEAN events, Overchuk also highlighted the significant potential for cooperation between BRICS and the Association, noting that both frameworks are founded on mutual respect and sovereign equality. He added that #BRICS is already exploring new formats for engagement.
Earlier, Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva stated that his country is ready to support Malaysia's potential accession to BRICS as a full member.
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Russia affirms Malaysia’s readiness to join BRICS as a full member | TV BRICS, 28.10.25
Deputy Prime Minister Aleksey Overchuk stated that Malaysia meets the criteria for full BRICS membership and highlighted the growing potential for cooperation b...
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HSE Student Takes First Place in BRICS Marathon League 2025
Mikhail Chagin, second-year student of the Bachelor’s in Information and Communication Technologies and Systems at HSE MIEM, has taken first place in the BRICS Marathon League 2025. He won in the Amateur category for his age group (18–19) and completed two marathons: in Moscow (42.2 km in 03:13:02) and Kazan (42.2 km in 03:17:41). Mikhael spoke with HSE University Life about his impressions of the events and his plans for the upcoming sporting season.
The BRICS Marathon League unites the biggest marathons in Russia (Moscow, St Petersburg, and Kazan). In the near future, it will expand to include marathons in Brazil, India, China, South Africa, and other BRICS countries. The competitions are notable for their exceptional organisation and athleticism, focus on the development of athletics, and emphasis on cultural and tourism exchange. The creation of the league was approved by the Russian Ministry of Sports.
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Mikhail Chagin, second-year student of the Bachelor’s in Information and Communication Technologies and Systems at HSE MIEM, has taken first place in the BRICS Marathon League 2025. He won in the Amateur category for his age group (18–19) and completed two marathons: in Moscow (42.2 km in 03:13:02) and Kazan (42.2 km in 03:17:41). Mikhael spoke with HSE University Life about his impressions of the events and his plans for the upcoming sporting season.
The BRICS Marathon League unites the biggest marathons in Russia (Moscow, St Petersburg, and Kazan). In the near future, it will expand to include marathons in Brazil, India, China, South Africa, and other BRICS countries. The competitions are notable for their exceptional organisation and athleticism, focus on the development of athletics, and emphasis on cultural and tourism exchange. The creation of the league was approved by the Russian Ministry of Sports.
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HSE Student Takes First Place in BRICS Marathon League 2025
Mikhail Chagin won in the Amateur category for his age group (18–19)
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Deputy Foreign Minister of Russia Meets Participants of BRICS International School: New Generation
The BRICS International School: New Generation, a major educational project focused on building a community of young leaders engaged in international cooperation, officially began in Moscow on October 28. Spearheaded and led by the BRICS Expert Council-Russia based at HSE University, the programme is also supported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation, MGIMO University, and the Alexander Gorchakov Public Diplomacy Fund.
In 2025, the School gathered over🕊 🕊 🕊 participants from 🕊 🕊 BRICS and Global South nations—including young researchers, diplomats, entrepreneurs, journalists, and civil society representatives.
The first day featured a meeting with Sergey Ryabkov, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation and Russia’s BRICS Sherpa. In her opening address, Victoria Panova, Head of the BRICS Expert Council-Russia, Vice Rector at HSE University, and Sherpa of Russia in W20, noted that Sergey Ryabkov's meetings with School participants have become a cherished tradition. She emphasised that the project's mission is to build and consolidate a community of young leaders, while advancing a positive agenda for BRICS.
In his address, Sergey Ryabkov highlighted that the BRICS International School in Russia is nearing its tenth anniversary and rightly holds a special place among youth cooperation formats. According to the diplomat, BRICS has transformed from an informal circle of like-minded nations into one of the key centres of global partnership, now representing nearly half of the world's population and playing a major role in building a more just and sustainable world order.
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The BRICS International School: New Generation, a major educational project focused on building a community of young leaders engaged in international cooperation, officially began in Moscow on October 28. Spearheaded and led by the BRICS Expert Council-Russia based at HSE University, the programme is also supported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation, MGIMO University, and the Alexander Gorchakov Public Diplomacy Fund.
In 2025, the School gathered over
The first day featured a meeting with Sergey Ryabkov, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation and Russia’s BRICS Sherpa. In her opening address, Victoria Panova, Head of the BRICS Expert Council-Russia, Vice Rector at HSE University, and Sherpa of Russia in W20, noted that Sergey Ryabkov's meetings with School participants have become a cherished tradition. She emphasised that the project's mission is to build and consolidate a community of young leaders, while advancing a positive agenda for BRICS.
In his address, Sergey Ryabkov highlighted that the BRICS International School in Russia is nearing its tenth anniversary and rightly holds a special place among youth cooperation formats. According to the diplomat, BRICS has transformed from an informal circle of like-minded nations into one of the key centres of global partnership, now representing nearly half of the world's population and playing a major role in building a more just and sustainable world order.
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Renovation and revitalisation: the renewal formula for BRICS large cities
The BRICS nations are connected not just by an ambitious political and economic alliance, but also by a shared urban challenge. Last year, Chinese authorities launched over 60,000 renovation projects to rejuvenate old neighbourhoods and industrial zones, with total investments reaching 2.9 trillion yuan ($408 billion). In India, the redevelopment of Mumbai's Dharavi District—featured in the Slumdog Millionaire movie—could cost up to $2.4 billion. Meanwhile, Moscow authorities have allocated nearly 1 trillion roubles for housing modernisation between 2024 and 2026.
#BRICS megacities have grown under different urban planning traditions, climates, and socio-economic conditions. Yet they share a long history and rapid economic growth, noted Kirill Puzanov, Associate Professor at the Vysokovsky Graduate School of Urbanism at HSE University. He added that the key challenge today is to preserve the unique heritage and identity of these cities while pushing forward with large-scale modernisation.
📎 Read more on the Vedomosti website (in Russian)
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The BRICS nations are connected not just by an ambitious political and economic alliance, but also by a shared urban challenge. Last year, Chinese authorities launched over 60,000 renovation projects to rejuvenate old neighbourhoods and industrial zones, with total investments reaching 2.9 trillion yuan ($408 billion). In India, the redevelopment of Mumbai's Dharavi District—featured in the Slumdog Millionaire movie—could cost up to $2.4 billion. Meanwhile, Moscow authorities have allocated nearly 1 trillion roubles for housing modernisation between 2024 and 2026.
#BRICS megacities have grown under different urban planning traditions, climates, and socio-economic conditions. Yet they share a long history and rapid economic growth, noted Kirill Puzanov, Associate Professor at the Vysokovsky Graduate School of Urbanism at HSE University. He added that the key challenge today is to preserve the unique heritage and identity of these cities while pushing forward with large-scale modernisation.
📎 Read more on the Vedomosti website (in Russian)
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Реновация и ревитализация: как выглядит формула обновления для мегаполисов БРИКС
Комбинированный подход к модернизации сохраняет идентичность городов
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HSE University maps the future of cities
A three-day International Municipal BRICS Forum 2025 opened in St. Petersburg on October 29. The discussion brought together mayors and representatives from Russian and international city administrations, alongside specialists in urban development and digital governance.
Veronika Minina, Vice Rector at HSE University, presented an expert overview from the Faculty of Urban and Regional Development, outlining several key trends the university identifies for the cities of tomorrow. One of the major trends is continued urbanisation. According to the Faculty's research, by 2050, 75% of the global population will live in cities—including both megacities and smaller towns. For these smaller towns, it is vital to maintain their unique character, promote local identity, support small businesses—especially in folk arts and crafts—and stimulate the creative economy.
The International Municipal BRICS Forum is a communication and business platform that unites representatives from over 70 countries and 2,000 cities and regions worldwide. In 2025, the event is being held in St. Petersburg with support from the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Federation Council of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation, the Moscow City Government, and the St. Petersburg City Government.
#NEWS #HSEUniversity #business
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A three-day International Municipal BRICS Forum 2025 opened in St. Petersburg on October 29. The discussion brought together mayors and representatives from Russian and international city administrations, alongside specialists in urban development and digital governance.
Veronika Minina, Vice Rector at HSE University, presented an expert overview from the Faculty of Urban and Regional Development, outlining several key trends the university identifies for the cities of tomorrow. One of the major trends is continued urbanisation. According to the Faculty's research, by 2050, 75% of the global population will live in cities—including both megacities and smaller towns. For these smaller towns, it is vital to maintain their unique character, promote local identity, support small businesses—especially in folk arts and crafts—and stimulate the creative economy.
The International Municipal BRICS Forum is a communication and business platform that unites representatives from over 70 countries and 2,000 cities and regions worldwide. In 2025, the event is being held in St. Petersburg with support from the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Federation Council of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation, the Moscow City Government, and the St. Petersburg City Government.
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1st BRICS STI Framework Programme Innovation Call 2025
One of the BRICS STI Framework Programme a new call for innovation projects: 1st BRICS STI Framework Programme Innovation Call 2025 is established.
The BRICS STI Framework Programme aims to promote research, development and innovation in the main areas of cooperation among the institutions in the consortia which consist of partners from at least two of the BRICS countries.
🔥 Submission deadline: December 3, 2025
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One of the BRICS STI Framework Programme a new call for innovation projects: 1st BRICS STI Framework Programme Innovation Call 2025 is established.
The BRICS STI Framework Programme aims to promote research, development and innovation in the main areas of cooperation among the institutions in the consortia which consist of partners from at least two of the BRICS countries.
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📆 ANNOUNCEMENT: On November 7 at 16:00 Moscow Time (GMT+3), the Valdai Discussion Club will host a presentation of the report titled “Beyond the Dollar: BRICS Initiatives for a Multipolar Financial System”.
The report emphasises the growing dysfunctionality of the US dollar as a universal means of payment, caused by its use as a weapon in the sanctions war, as well as the structural weaknesses of the American economy and the colossal national debt of the United States.
Particular attention is also given to BRICS’ potential in the financial and monetary spheres. In recent years, the use of national currencies in payments between members has increased within the group. Other initiatives are also being discussed. The report examines not only the prospects but also the limitations of creating non-dollar monetary instruments both in BRICS and in other globally dominant countries.
❓How will US President Donald Trump’s policies and high tariffs against BRICS countries impact the de-dollarisation process?
❓How can internal solidarity be strengthened within BRICS?
❓What was the focus of the September extraordinary online BRICS summit, convened at the initiative of Brazil?
Participants in the discussion will attempt to answer these and other questions.
🎙️ Speakers:
🇧🇷 Paulo Nogueira Batista Jr., Vice-President of the New Development Bank (2015–2017); Managing Director for Brazil and Other Countries at the International Monetary Fund (IMF) (2007–2015) (author of the report)
🇿🇦 Rasigan Maharajh, Chief Director, Tshwane University of Technology; Associate Research Fellow, Tellus Institute; Trustee, Canon Collins Trust; Elected Member, Academy of Science of South Africa.
🇨🇦 Radhika Desai, Professor at the Department of Political Studies and Director, Geopolitical Economy Research Group, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Canada; Visiting Professor in the Department of International Development at the London School of Economics
Moderator:
🗣 Oleg Barabanov, Programme Director of the Valdai Discussion Club
https://valdaiclub.com/events/announcements/valdai-club-presents-the-report-beyond-the-dollar-brics-initiatives-for-a-multipolar-financial-syste/
Working languages: Russian, English.
ℹ️ Information for the media: In order to get accredited for the event, please fill out the form on our web site. If you have any questions about the event, please call +79269307763.
Links to the live broadcast of the discussion will be posted on all online platforms of the Valdai Club: on the website, X (formerly Twitter), VK, Telegram and Dzen.
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The report emphasises the growing dysfunctionality of the US dollar as a universal means of payment, caused by its use as a weapon in the sanctions war, as well as the structural weaknesses of the American economy and the colossal national debt of the United States.
Particular attention is also given to BRICS’ potential in the financial and monetary spheres. In recent years, the use of national currencies in payments between members has increased within the group. Other initiatives are also being discussed. The report examines not only the prospects but also the limitations of creating non-dollar monetary instruments both in BRICS and in other globally dominant countries.
❓How will US President Donald Trump’s policies and high tariffs against BRICS countries impact the de-dollarisation process?
❓How can internal solidarity be strengthened within BRICS?
❓What was the focus of the September extraordinary online BRICS summit, convened at the initiative of Brazil?
Participants in the discussion will attempt to answer these and other questions.
🎙️ Speakers:
🇧🇷 Paulo Nogueira Batista Jr., Vice-President of the New Development Bank (2015–2017); Managing Director for Brazil and Other Countries at the International Monetary Fund (IMF) (2007–2015) (author of the report)
🇿🇦 Rasigan Maharajh, Chief Director, Tshwane University of Technology; Associate Research Fellow, Tellus Institute; Trustee, Canon Collins Trust; Elected Member, Academy of Science of South Africa.
🇨🇦 Radhika Desai, Professor at the Department of Political Studies and Director, Geopolitical Economy Research Group, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Canada; Visiting Professor in the Department of International Development at the London School of Economics
Moderator:
https://valdaiclub.com/events/announcements/valdai-club-presents-the-report-beyond-the-dollar-brics-initiatives-for-a-multipolar-financial-syste/
Working languages: Russian, English.
ℹ️ Information for the media: In order to get accredited for the event, please fill out the form on our web site. If you have any questions about the event, please call +79269307763.
Links to the live broadcast of the discussion will be posted on all online platforms of the Valdai Club: on the website, X (formerly Twitter), VK, Telegram and Dzen.
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Valdai Club Presents the Report ‘Beyond the Dollar: BRICS Initiatives for a Multipolar Financial System’
On November 6 at 11:00 a.m. Moscow time, the Valdai Discussion Club will host a presentation of the report titled “Beyond the Dollar: BRICS Initiatives for a Multipolar Financial System”.
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