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SA must build stronger science talent pipeline

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Shanghai, China- South Africa is seeking to strengthen its pipeline of scientists and innovators through investment in young researchers, skills development and international cooperation, while recognising that support must begin long before students enter university.

Universities must bring industry into lecture halls

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Shanghai, China -Universities and companies must work together to ensure that graduates acquire the specialised knowledge, multidisciplinary outlook and practical experience demanded by rapidly changing industries, a senior Xiaomi executive has said.

Call to close SA research funding gap 

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Shanghai, China -South Africa must close the funding gap that prevents promising scientific research from being converted into commercially viable products and services, says Department of Science, Technology and Innovation Director-General Mlungisi Cele.

BRICS to strengthen cooperation in ICTs

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New Delhi, India -BRICS says it will strengthen cooperation within its grouping in Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) to drive socio-economic growth and digital transformation.

BRICS urges international law to be applied in Palestine

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New Delhi, India - BRICS has called for adherence to international law to be applied in Palestine, in particular international humanitarian law and international human rights law, while also condemning all violations, including the use of starvation as a method of warfare.

SA urged to unlock battery mineral value

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Shanghai, China- South Africa and China are discussing the establishment of a China–Africa Innovation Alliance on Mining and Metallurgy to strengthen mineral-processing research, technology transfer and the development of higher-value products.

Pres Ramaphosa urges stronger SA-India business ties to drive growth

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New Delhi, India - President Cyril Ramaphosa has urged closer economic cooperation between South Africa and India, positioning the country’s reform agenda as a platform for stronger trade, increased investment and inclusive growth that benefits communities in both countries.