The question of the transition from a symbolic alternative to a real one in the activities of BRICS still remains relevant. This can be seen in both political and expert discussions among member countries, writes Valdai Club Programme Director Oleg Barabanov.

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Join our Whatsapp channel THE State Bank of Pakistan( SBP) has just released the draft Pakistan Green Taxonomy 2025, soliciting stakeholder comments.... The Taxonomy establishes seven environmental objectives: climate mitigation, adaptation, sustainable water use, ecosystem protection, pollution prevention, circular economy promotion, and sustainable land management.... Energy and manufacturing feature comprehensive technical screening criteria, with emission thresholds and renewable energy pr

KUALA LUMPUR: The importance of the Rukun Negara must always be cherished as it is a guide for

KUALA LUMPUR: The importance of the Rukun Negara must always be cherished as it is a guide for

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OIL prices may be on the rise but so far that has had little impact on local oil and gas( OG) counters.... Bursa Malaysia’s Energy Index has declined 8% or 64 points to 735.59 points over the last one year. During that period, crude oil prices have surged by 63% to US$ 90( RM377.10) a barrel.It is worth noting that the Bursa Malaysia Energy Index is dragged down by debt-laden Sapura Energy Bhd and controversial Serba Dinamik Holding Bhd. Globally too, OG stocks are not exactly on fire. One reas

Its report on mass shootings concludes they are preventable, in some cases, if concerning behavior is identified.... Lina Alathari, the head of the NTAC, said.... For example, have they made communications that are concerning?...

Most Indian nationals were able to leave Kabul in August," he said. Shringla said a number of Afghans, including minorities, who were desirous of travelling to India, also managed to do so." But these processes could not be completed due to the security situation at the airport.... Resumption of flights from Kabul airport is, therefore, a priority.... More than 65, 000 Afghan students have studied in India," he added.( Only the headline and picture of this report may have been reworked by the