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Al-Ahram Weekly
2 days ago
- Business
- Al-Ahram Weekly
SPIEF 2025 deepens Egypt-Russia strategic partnership - Economy
Russia underscored its deepening strategic partnership with Egypt during the 28th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF 2025), highlighting their ongoing cooperation as a cornerstone of Moscow's engagement with the Arab world. Since Egypt's designation as the forum's guest country in 2022, bilateral relations between both nations have expanded significantly across energy, infrastructure, investment, and education. This marked Cairo as a key partner in Russia's vision for a balanced and multipolar global economy. "The collaboration with Egypt continues to serve as a model for regional cooperation rooted in mutual respect and shared interests," Anton Kobyakov, advisor to the president of the Russian Federation and executive secretary of the SPIEF organizing committee, said at the forum's final press conference. He emphasized that Russia remains committed to fostering ties with Arab states — including Bahrain, the 2025 guest country, and Saudi Arabia, which will hold the role in 2026 — as part of its broader strategy to enhance connectivity across the Global South. Kobyakov also praised Egypt's pivotal role in building consensus on economic sovereignty and its contributions to joint initiatives launched during and after its guest country status. 'Egypt has proven to be a reliable and visionary partner,' he noted. 'Our cooperation reflects the core values of SPIEF—shared growth, balanced dialogue, and regional inclusion.' This year's forum, held under the theme 'Shared Values: The Foundation of Growth in a Multipolar World,' brought together global stakeholders committed to forging new paths of economic cooperation independent of unilateral Western influence. Organized by the Roscongress Foundation, SPIEF 2025 reinforced its reputation as the premier annual platform for international economic policy discussions. Kobyakov reported that 1,060 agreements were signed during the forum, totaling 6.3 trillion rubles (approximately $83 billion). The programme included 350 official sessions, 24 high-level bilateral economic dialogues, 30 sports events, and 18 cultural competitions, demonstrating the forum's comprehensive nature as both a diplomatic and socio-economic platform. With participants from 140 countries and regions, SPIEF 2025 featured the presence of heads of state, ministers, multinational business executives, sovereign wealth funds, and representatives from over 220 educational institutions. The international youth initiative, 'Friends of Leadership,' drew participants from over 60 countries, working alongside UN-affiliated organizations to shape the next generation's perspectives on global governance. Kobyakov announced that St. Petersburg will host a new International Transport and Logistics Forum in 2026, reinforcing Russia's focus on securing resilient and autonomous global trade networks. Furthermore, he emphasized the importance of emerging technologies and regional cooperation frameworks, particularly BRICS and the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), in adapting to a shifting geopolitical landscape. 'The future of global trade lies in the rise of self-reliant macro-regions,' Kobyakov said. 'Those with production, energy, and food security—anchored in political sovereignty—will be best positioned to navigate global instability,' he concluded. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
Daily Tribune
4 days ago
- Business
- Daily Tribune
New Pact Targets Russian Tourists
TDT| Manama Bahrain has taken a fresh step in cementing its international tourism reach, signing a strategic memorandum of understanding with Russia's Aeroklub Group during the 28th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF), where the Kingdom was honoured as Guest of Honour. The agreement, signed by Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA) CEO Sarah Ahmed Buhijji and Aeroklub Chairman Denis Matyukhin, is expected to boost tourism cooperation, air travel connectivity, and joint promotion campaigns between the two nations, laying the groundwork for Bahrain to attract more visitors from the growing Russian travel market. SPIEF stage presence The deal was formalised on the sidelines of SPIEF 2025, held from June 18 to 21. With Bahrain in the diplomatic spotlight as Guest of Honour, the MoU was one of several key agreements underscoring the Kingdom's global tourism ambitions and deepening bilateral relations with Russia. According to BTEA, the agreement covers areas such as tourism promotion, exchange of industry expertise, development of business tourism incentives, technology collaboration, and joint activations across culture, exhibitions, and hospitality. Tied to strategy Buhijji said the partnership directly supports Bahrain's Tourism Strategy 2022–2026, which aims to enhance international collaboration and raise tourism's contribution to GDP. 'This agreement reflects our shared commitment to expanding business ties with Russia while offering visitors a higher quality, more connected tourism experience,' she noted. The MoU is also expected to open new channels for collaboration on sustainability and investment in travel technology, aligning with both nations' goals to modernise their tourism infrastructure. Russia focus expands Bahrain has already begun building momentum with Russian travellers, with Gulf Air operating seasonal charter services and growing demand for halal-certified offerings in Russian cities like Sochi, Kazan, and Moscow. Tourism officials view the Aeroklub partnership as a platform to tailor Bahrain's appeal to this market and broaden its international reach. As the global tourism landscape continues to shift, Bahrain is positioning itself not just as a destination, but as a partner in designing the next chapter of regional tourism diplomacy.
See - Sada Elbalad
5 days ago
- Business
- See - Sada Elbalad
TV BRICS, UN Global Compact Network Russia agree to cooperate on promoting sustainable business development
H-Tayea As part of the cooperation, the TV BRICS International Media Network will provide media support to Russian businesses in the areas of corporate social responsibility and sustainable development. It will also support the promotion of Russian business interests and best practices through the platforms of leading media outlets in BRICS+ countries. At the 28th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, the corresponding agreement on media partnership was signed by Chairman of TV BRICS Ivan Polyakov and Executive Director of the UN Global Compact Network Russia Natalia Dorpeko. The parties agreed to cooperate on promoting best practices in sustainable development and social responsibility, including the implementation of media, cultural and educational projects aimed at fostering international knowledge exchange and expanding business partnerships in line with the UN 2030 Agenda. 'In 2025, several milestone anniversaries will be marked in connection with the work of the United Nations: the 80th anniversary of the entry into force of the UN Charter; the 25th anniversary of the UN Global Compact, the world's largest initiative for implementing the sustainable development agenda; the 10th anniversary of the Millennium Declaration 'Transforming our World: the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development', which includes the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (Agenda 2030); and the 10th anniversary of the Paris Agreement, a legally binding international treaty adopted under the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change. At the same time, in 2025, the positive results of Russia's BRICS Chairmanship in 2024 will be summarised. It is important to note that the BRICS group was initiated by the Russian Federation, the first BRICS summit was held in Russia in June 2006, and our country also chaired the group during the 15th anniversary of BRICS. The signing of the Agreement between the UN Global Compact Network Russia and TV BRICS is highly symbolic in this context and holds special potential for advancing international cooperation on the UN's sustainable development agenda,' stated Natalia Dorpeko. TV BRICS Chairman Ivan Polyakov noted that since 2018 the International Media Network has been cooperating with the United Nations and has extensive experience in conducting media campaigns in support of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The mission of the UN Global Compact and the important work of the UN Global Compact Network Russia are closely aligned with the strategic objectives of TV BRICS, which lays the groundwork for effective and long-term cooperation. Ivan Polyakov particularly emphasised that efforts to promote the Global Compact agenda will take into account the development priorities of BRICS, its partner countries, and the BRICS+ format. In 2018, a cooperation agreement was signed between TV BRICS and the UN Secretariat (represented by the UN Department of Public Information). TV BRICS was included in the international SDG Media Compact, an initiative launched by the UN to consolidate media support for the promotion of the SDG concept. TV BRICS initiates and promotes a number of international projects on sustainable development topics via its partner media in BRICS+ countries. For instance, to popularise quality education, TV BRICS has established ongoing cooperation with universities and research centres across different nations. TV BRICS regularly produces and disseminates information materials on global challenges such as poverty, hunger, inequality, and climate change. The TV BRICS International Media Network strengthens global partnerships, including in the media and communications sector, working with over 100 major media outlets in 26 countries around the world. To support sustainable agricultural development, the TV series 'Agroparallels' was produced in collaboration with a partner in Brazil. In 2025, a new television project titled 'BRICS GRAIN' will be launched. The UN Global Compact is an international initiative for business in the field of corporate social responsibility and sustainable development. Its mission is to mobilise responsible companies that, under various political, economic, environmental, cultural, geographical, and other conditions, share and implement a common set of ethical principles in the areas of human rights, labour, environment, and anti-corruption, while also supporting and working towards the UN Sustainable Development Goals. The UN Global Compact continues to show dynamic growth in participation, currently bringing together around 25,500 companies and organisations from 167 countries worldwide, including the Russian Federation. Approximately 4,500 of these companies are from BRICS countries. The UN Global Compact Network Russia supports the implementation of Russia's National Development Goals up to 2030 and beyond to 2036. It is engaged in systematic project work and the representation of Russian business interests and best practices on global platforms. The network's activities aim to affirm the proactive stance of Russian business in seeking optimal sustainable development pathways, as well as its readiness to contribute intellectually, organisationally, and informationally to further advancing global UN initiatives in social responsibility and sustainable development, in cooperation with a wide range of stakeholders and based on fair national priorities. The agreement between TV BRICS and the UN Global Compact Network Russia will contribute to the implementation of the UN General Assembly Resolution 'Towards global partnerships: a principle-based approach to enhanced cooperation between the United Nations and all relevant partners". The resolution recognises the important role of national Global Compact networks in fostering partnerships with international business communities at the national level and in supporting the implementation of the sustainable development agenda within their countries. read more Gold prices rise, 21 Karat at EGP 3685 NATO's Role in Israeli-Palestinian Conflict US Expresses 'Strong Opposition' to New Turkish Military Operation in Syria Shoukry Meets Director-General of FAO Lavrov: confrontation bet. nuclear powers must be avoided News Iran Summons French Ambassador over Foreign Minister Remarks News Aboul Gheit Condemns Israeli Escalation in West Bank News Greek PM: Athens Plays Key Role in Improving Energy Security in Region News One Person Injured in Explosion at Ukrainian Embassy in Madrid News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt Videos & Features Tragedy Overshadows MC Alger Championship Celebration: One Fan Dead, 11 Injured After Stadium Fall Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War Arts & Culture Zahi Hawass: Claims of Columns Beneath the Pyramid of Khafre Are Lies News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks Videos & Features Video: Trending Lifestyle TikToker Valeria Márquez Shot Dead during Live Stream News Shell Unveils Cost-Cutting, LNG Growth Plan Technology 50-Year Soviet Spacecraft 'Kosmos 482' Crashes into Indian Ocean
See - Sada Elbalad
5 days ago
- Business
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Malaysia's National News Agency Joins International Media Cooperation through TV BRICS
Yara Sameh TV BRICS is expanding its network of partners in ASEAN countries and has begun cooperation with Malaysia, according to TV BRICS. The Malaysian National News Agency, Bernama, has joined the information exchange through the TV BRICS International Media Network. At the 28th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF), an agreement on joint work was signed by Ivan Polyakov, Chairman of TV BRICS, and Nur-ul Afida Kamaludin, CEO of Bernama. The partners' cooperation will be aimed at strengthening ties between BRICS and ASEAN countries in the field of mass communications and forming an objective international agenda. With the assistance of TV BRICS, Malaysia will gain access to the latest news from other countries from primary media sources and will be able to promote its own content abroad. "Apart from providing services to its clients using wires, Bernama also provides news broadcasts through its own BERNAMA radio and television channel, which operated 24 hours a day as well as its social media platforms. Bernama prioritises collaboration with international news agencies to ensure that its content can reach audiences on various platforms at the regional and global levels," she added, "This partnership reflects Bernama's ongoing commitment to building an international media network that supports balanced reporting, promotes intercultural dialogue and expands its reach to the BRICS region and beyond" said CEO of Bernama Nur-ul Afida Kamaludin. Bernama, Malaysia's National News Agency, was established in 1968. Its headquarters are located in Kuala Lumpur. Bernama, which includes the portal, the 24-hour Bernama TV channel and BERNAMA radio, specialises in socio-economic and political topics and is the main source of information in Malaysia. It operates in Malay, English, Chinese, Tamil, Arabic, and Spanish. Bernama has a network of partners in all ASEAN countries and other Asian states, as well as in Europe and the United States. "The TV BRICS International Media Network supports and regularly covers Malaysia's active participation in organisations such as ASEAN and BRICS. We also note the important contribution of Bernama News Agency in promoting the potential of Malaysia and ASEAN countries in the global information space. I am confident that the information partnership between Bernama and TV BRICS will contribute to further rapprochement between the peoples of our countries in the interests of global stability, the development of multilateral cooperation in the field of culture, sustainable economy, scientific, and industrial cooperation," said Chairman of TV BRICS Ivan Polyakov. Malaysia became the 27th country to officially join the international information exchange through TV BRICS, with the media network's information presence reaching more than 80 countries. In May 2025, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim gave a big exclusive interview to the TV BRICS International Media Network at the 16th International Economic Forum "Russia – Islamic World: KazanForum." read more Gold prices rise, 21 Karat at EGP 3685 NATO's Role in Israeli-Palestinian Conflict US Expresses 'Strong Opposition' to New Turkish Military Operation in Syria Shoukry Meets Director-General of FAO Lavrov: confrontation bet. nuclear powers must be avoided News Iran Summons French Ambassador over Foreign Minister Remarks News Aboul Gheit Condemns Israeli Escalation in West Bank News Greek PM: Athens Plays Key Role in Improving Energy Security in Region News One Person Injured in Explosion at Ukrainian Embassy in Madrid News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt Videos & Features Tragedy Overshadows MC Alger Championship Celebration: One Fan Dead, 11 Injured After Stadium Fall Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War Arts & Culture Zahi Hawass: Claims of Columns Beneath the Pyramid of Khafre Are Lies News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks Videos & Features Video: Trending Lifestyle TikToker Valeria Márquez Shot Dead during Live Stream News Shell Unveils Cost-Cutting, LNG Growth Plan Technology 50-Year Soviet Spacecraft 'Kosmos 482' Crashes into Indian Ocean
See - Sada Elbalad
5 days ago
- Business
- See - Sada Elbalad
TV BRICS to Present Programme for Promoting Russian Agricultural Exports in BRICS+ Countries
Yara Sameh The TV BRICS International Media Network will support the promotion of Russian agro-industrial products in the foreign markets of BRICS+ countries, according to TV BRICS. At the 28th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, a corresponding cooperation agreement was signed by Chairman of TV BRICS Ivan Polyakov and Director of the Federal Centre for Agricultural Export Development of the Ministry of Agriculture of Russia (FSBI "Agroexport") Ilya Ilyushin. The joint activities of the partners will aim to build a positive image of Russia's agricultural sector in the global information space by showcasing national industry-leading companies, promoting Russian products abroad, and involving agricultural and processing enterprises in export activities. "Media play an important role in supporting Russia's agro-industrial complex, helping to promote products in foreign markets and form a positive image of the industry. Today we face a crucial task – to develop a global dialogue among friendly nations. "I am confident that cooperation with TV BRICS will enable us to promptly deliver all necessary information about the development of trade relations among BRICS countries to a multibillion audience," said Ilya Ilyushin, Head of the Federal Centre "Agroexport. Ivan Polyakov, Chairman of TV BRICS, emphasised that ensuring food security and promoting the sustainable development of agriculture is one of the UN Sustainable Development Goals, and therefore, this topic holds a priority place in the network's agenda. For instance, TV BRICS successfully implemented a series of television films titled "Agroparallels" in cooperation with its Brazilian partner Agro+ TV, dedicated to cooperation between the two countries in the field of agricultural industry. Ivan Polyakov also announced the upcoming premiere in 2025 of a new television project, "BRICS GRAIN", aimed at sustainable agricultural development, support for agricultural diplomacy, and strengthening cooperation between Russia and the countries of the Global South and East. The Federal Centre "Agroexport" is a knowledge and competence hub in the field of agricultural exports, established by the Ministry of Agriculture of Russia. It coordinates and monitors the implementation of the federal project "Agro-Industrial Exports", as well as cooperates with agro-industrial management bodies in the implementation of regional projects and the development of Russia's export potential. "Agroexport" possesses unique expertise in foreign market analysis, trade barrier assessment, product promotion and positioning, consultancy on state support programmes for agro-industrial exporters, and the organisation of export-related events. It actively assists Russian exporters in obtaining information on promising foreign markets and building direct communication with international buyers of Russian agricultural products. read more Gold prices rise, 21 Karat at EGP 3685 NATO's Role in Israeli-Palestinian Conflict US Expresses 'Strong Opposition' to New Turkish Military Operation in Syria Shoukry Meets Director-General of FAO Lavrov: confrontation bet. nuclear powers must be avoided News Iran Summons French Ambassador over Foreign Minister Remarks News Aboul Gheit Condemns Israeli Escalation in West Bank News Greek PM: Athens Plays Key Role in Improving Energy Security in Region News One Person Injured in Explosion at Ukrainian Embassy in Madrid News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt Videos & Features Tragedy Overshadows MC Alger Championship Celebration: One Fan Dead, 11 Injured After Stadium Fall Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War Arts & Culture Zahi Hawass: Claims of Columns Beneath the Pyramid of Khafre Are Lies News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks Videos & Features Video: Trending Lifestyle TikToker Valeria Márquez Shot Dead during Live Stream News Shell Unveils Cost-Cutting, LNG Growth Plan Technology 50-Year Soviet Spacecraft 'Kosmos 482' Crashes into Indian Ocean
