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ANC, trade unions support new BRICS plans

ANC, trade unions support new BRICS plans

The Brics Bank should primarily be developmental in character, the Second Brics Trade Union Forum says.

Durban: The reinvention of an African city

Durban: The reinvention of an African city

Durban is steeped in historical memorabilia and timeless relics like Stone Age cave paintings, Zulu traditions, and the legacy of the apostle of peace Mahatma Gandhi.

US will focus on both Asia and the Middle East

US will focus on both Asia and the Middle East

From the continuing financial crisis in Europe to the violence in the Middle East and the growing competitiveness in Asia, trends are giving way to new realities and new ways

“BRICS is not a talk show”

“BRICS is not a talk show”

President Zuma has repeatedly emphasised the growing ties between BRICS and the continent.

Lots at stake for SA at historic Summit

Lots at stake for SA at historic Summit

South Africa has expressed its desire to host the proposed bank thereby boosting its standing in the bloc.

India ‘on verge of internet boom’- McKinsey

India ‘on verge of internet boom’- McKinsey

The internet could contribute to 3.3 per cent of India’s GDP by 2015.

Zuma says BRICS ‘crucial’ to global economy

Zuma says BRICS ‘crucial’ to global economy

A major priority for South Africa during the Summit will be the establishment of a BRICS Development Bank.

Earth Hour helps Moscow save 5 megawatts of electricity

Earth Hour helps Moscow save 5 megawatts of electricity

Moscow joined thousands of cities and towns across more than 150 countries to turn off their lights during the “Earth Hour”.

China to provide impetus for world economy- Vice premier

China to provide impetus for world economy- Vice premier

China attracted a total of $111.72 billion in foreign direct investment (FDI) last year.

India Cabinet to take up shale policy soon

India Cabinet to take up shale policy soon

India's petroleum minister pointed out how shale gas exploration in six years had transformed the energy scenario in the US.