SCO & BRICS latest news and insights
By Rhod Mackenzie
Relations between Russia and Brazil remain stable and are not influenced by outside influences. The Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov made this statement during the opening ceremony of an exhibition commemorating the 195th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the two count...
By Rhod Mackenzie
Mali and Russia have signed a memorandum of understanding for the construction of the largest gold processing plant in West Africa with a capacity of 200 tons per year in the capital of Mali, said Minister of Economy and Finance Alousseni Sanou.
The memorandum is valid for four...
By Rhod Mackenzie
Vietnam and the Philippines are potential markets for Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG) supplies, according to Skoltech analysts. However, Indonesia and Malaysia are not currently places that Russian currently exports LNG to in Southeast Asia (SEA). These findings were highlig...
By Rhod Mackenzie
Assessments of the current relationship status between Russia and Kazakhstan vary widely, ranging from constructive restraint to irritation with each other's actions. President Putin's official visit to Astana on November 9th did not provide the answers to the numerous issues on...
By Rhod Mackenzie
Pakistan plans to become a member of the BRICS in the near future. The group is gaining popularity among countries worldwide, but the inclusion of a major Islamic and nuclear power may not receive support from other members, particularly India. Can Russia resolve the conflicts b...
By Rhod Mackenzie
Huawei Technologies Co. has caused concern among Western, particularly American and Japanese, policymakers. Its latest $900 smartphone demonstrates China's rapid progress in microelectronics and chip production, bringing it closer to the level of the United States. The powerful 7...
