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  • MIL-OSI Russia: UKMTO warns of attack on vessel off Yemen

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian –

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    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    LONDON, July 6 (Xinhua) — The UK Navy’s Maritime Trade Operations Centre (UKMTO) issued a security alert on Sunday following reports of an attack on a vessel about 51 nautical miles southwest of Yemen’s port city of Hodeidah.

    According to UKMTO, the vessel was attacked by several boats, which fired small arms and grenade launchers. Armed guards on board the vessel returned fire, the situation is evolving. The competent authorities are currently investigating.

    The incident occurred in the UKMTO voluntary reporting area, which includes the Red Sea, Gulf of Aden and Arabian Sea. –0–

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Women’s World Chess Cup kicks off in Georgian city of Batumi

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian –

    An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    Tbilisi, July 6 (Xinhua) — The Women’s World Chess Cup kicked off in the Georgian city of Batumi on Sunday, with 107 leading players from 46 countries taking part. The tournament will last until July 29, the Georgian Chess Federation reported.

    This is one of the key events in the international chess calendar. The top three players will receive direct tickets to the 2026 Candidates Tournament.

    Georgia is represented at the tournament by Nana Dzagnidze, Nino Batsiashvili, Meri Arabidze, Lela Javakhishvili, Bela Khotenashvili, Anastasia Kirtadze and Kesaria Mgeladze.

    The total prize pool for the tournament is $691,250. The winner will receive $50,000. –0–

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  • MIL-OSI: XRP Ecosystem Enters a New Era as PFMCrypto Launches Revolutionary Smart Cloud Mining Contracts with Daily XRP Rewards

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Farington, England, July 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As Ripple’s XRP ecosystem gains global traction, PFMCrypto is proud to unveil a major advancement in accessible crypto mining: the official launch of XRP-focused cloud mining contracts. Now available on both web and mobile platforms, these flexible short-term contracts allow users to mine XRP remotely and receive daily XRP rewards—no mining hardware, no complex setup, and no prior experience required. For the first time, retail participants can engage with the XRP economy through a streamlined, fully integrated platform.

    Explore the PFMCrypto website or download the app today.

    XRP Cloud Mining Is Here—Simple, Smart, and Rewarding

    Traditionally viewed as a token for cross-border payments and institutional use, XRP now enters a new phase with PFMCrypto’s latest innovation: user-friendly cloud mining. Participants can mine XRP directly or rely on PFMCrypto’s intelligent AI engine to switch between top-yielding cryptocurrencies—such as BTC, ETH, DOGE, USDC, and more—to optimize returns. All earnings are paid out daily in your preferred cryptocurrency, ensuring stable returns regardless of market volatility.

    Designed for both everyday users and professional investors, this solution empowers users to generate consistent crypto income from anywhere, at any time.

    Key Features of PFMCrypto’s XRP Cloud Mining Contracts

    –  Full XRP Integration: Users can now deposit, purchase, mine, and withdraw XRP directly within the platform.

    –  Multi-Coin Mining Support: Mine and settle earnings in BTC, ETH, DOGE, USDC, USDT, SOL, LTC, and BCH.

    –  AI Revenue Optimization: Proprietary algorithms dynamically allocate mining power to the highest-performing assets to maximize mining revenue.

    –  100% Remote Access: No hardware required—fully accessible via the PFMCrypto mobile app or browser.

    –  Capital Protection: All contracts include full principal return at term completion, reducing risk while growing assets.

    Mining Contracts for Every Budget and Strategy

    PFMCrypto offers a wide range of cloud mining contracts, supporting XRP-based deposits and withdrawals. Each contract is designed for flexibility, risk control, and predictable returns:

    $10 Contract – 1 Day – Earn $0.66 daily (Free with signup bonus)

    $100 Contract – 2 Days – Earn $3.00 daily + $2 reward

    $500 Contract – 5 Days – Earn $6.15 daily

    $5,000 Contract – 30 Days – Earn $78.50 daily

    $20,000 Contract – 45 Days – Earn $380.00 daily

    Whether testing the waters or scaling a long-term strategy, PFMCrypto provides low-risk, high-transparency options for stable daily income in XRP.

    Click here to explore more contract options.

    Why PFMCrypto’s XRP Mining Stands Out？

    –  Accessible to Everyone: No mining rig, no setup, no complexity—just tap and earn.

    –  XRP-Native Integration: Deposit, mine, and withdraw XRP in one unified ecosystem.

    –  Stable Returns, Smart Allocation: An AI-powered engine dynamically adjusts mining strategies in real time, maximizing returns and ensuring stable daily earnings across supported cryptocurrencies.

    –  Multi-Asset Flexibility: Choose to mine XRP or diversify into top coins—all with one contract

    –  Instant Setup, Global Access: Works on any mobile device or browser—fully encrypted and secure

    Get Started Today in 3 Easy Steps:

    1. Sign Up – Create an account and receive a $10 welcome bonus
    2. Choose a Plan – Activate a short- or long-term contract (1–60 days available)
    3. Start Earning – Monitor daily profit and withdraw in your preferred token

    Start mining XRP now at https://pfmcrypto.net or through the PFMCrypto mobile app (available for iOS & Android).

    XRP Mining for a Digital Future

    Since 2018, PFMCrypto has enabled millions of users to earn passive crypto income through smart, cloud-based mining. With the introduction of XRP mining, the platform delivers the perfect balance of institutional-grade infrastructure and retail accessibility. Users now have the flexibility to earn directly in XRP or diversify across major digital assets—all within a secure, fully remote ecosystem.

    “XRP has always been fast, efficient, and scalable,” said a PFMCrypto spokesperson. “Now, it’s also mineable—securely, remotely, and profitably. We’ve removed the barriers so anyone can participate in XRP’s future growth.”

    While crypto markets fluctuate, daily mining income can remain steady. Join the XRP mining revolution today at: https://pfmcrypto.net 

    Disclaimer: The information provided in this press release does not constitute an investment solicitation, nor does it constitute investment advice, financial advice, or trading recommendations. Cryptocurrency mining and staking involve risks and the possibility of losing funds. It is strongly recommended that you perform due diligence before investing or trading in cryptocurrencies and securities, including consulting a professional financial advisor.

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  • MIL-OSI USA News: President Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill Is Now the Law

    Source: US Whitehouse

    Today, President Donald J. Trump officially signed The One Big Beautiful Bill into law — a once-in-a-generation piece of legislation that makes good on his campaign promises and puts America First.

    Here’s what this means for everyday Americans:

    • The largest tax cut in history for middle- and working-class Americans
    • Bigger paychecks of $10,000+ more in annual take-home pay for families.
    • NO tax on Tips.
    • NO tax on Overtime.
    • NO tax on Social Security.
    • A $12.5 billion modernization of our air traffic control system.
    • Permanently increasing the Child Tax Credit for more than 40 million families.
    • Permanently securing our borders by finishing the border wall and hiring thousands of new ICE officers and Border Patrol agents.
    • Driving down energy costs with a massive expansion of domestic oil and gas production capacity.
    • A tax deduction on Made in America auto loan interest.
    • Protection for two million family farms from punitive double taxation.
    • Creating Trump Accounts for every American newborn.
    • Restoring fiscal sanity by cutting $1.5 trillion in spending.
    • Strengthening Medicaid by eliminating waste, fraud, and abuse and blocking illegal immigrants from receiving Medicaid.
    • Funding the Golden Dome missile defense system to confront 21st century threats.
    • Modernizing our military to ensure it has the resources to be a ready, lethal fighting force after four years of Biden-era weakness.

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  • MIL-OSI Submissions: Rural hospitals will be hit hard by Trump’s signature spending package

    Source: The Conversation – USA (3) – By Lauren S. Hughes, State Policy Director, Farley Health Policy Center; Associate Professor of Family Medicine, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

    Health policy experts predict that cuts to Medicaid will push more rural hospitals to close. sneakpeekpic via iStock / Getty Images Plus

    The public health provisions in the massive spending package that President Donald Trump signed into law on July 4, 2025, will reduce Medicaid spending by more than US$1 trillion over a decade and result in an estimated 11.8 million people losing health insurance coverage.

    As researchers studying rural health and health policy, we anticipate that these reductions in Medicaid spending, along with changes to the Affordable Care Act, will disproportionately affect the 66 million people living in rural America – nearly 1 in 5 Americans.

    People who live in rural areas are more likely to have health insurance through Medicaid and are at greater risk of losing that coverage. We expect that the changes brought about by this new law will lead to a rise in unpaid care that hospitals will have to provide. As a result, small, local hospitals will have to make tough decisions that include changing or eliminating services, laying off staff and delaying the purchase of new equipment. Many rural hospitals will have to reduce their services or possibly close their doors altogether.

    Hits to rural health

    The budget legislation’s biggest effect on rural America comes from changes to the Medicaid program, which represent the largest federal rollback of health insurance coverage in the U.S. to date.

    First, the legislation changes how states can finance their share of the Medicaid program by restricting where funds states use to support their Medicaid programs can come from. This bill limits how states can tax and charge fees to hospitals, managed care organizations and other health care providers, and how they can use such taxes and fees in the future to pay higher rates to providers under Medicaid. These limitations will reduce payments to rural hospitals that depend upon Medicaid to keep their doors open.

    Rural hospitals play a crucial role in health care access.

    Second, by 2027, states must institute work requirements that demand most Medicaid enrollees work 80 hours per month or be in school at least half time. Arkansas’ brief experiment with work requirements in 2018 demonstrates that rather than boost employment, the policy increases bureaucracy, hindering access to health care benefits for eligible people. States will also now be required to verify Medicaid eligibility every six months versus annually. That change also increases the risk people will lose coverage due to extra red tape.

    The Congressional Budget Office estimates that work requirements instituted through this legislative package will result in nearly 5 million people losing Medicaid coverage. This will decrease the number of paying patients at rural hospitals and increase the unpaid care hospitals must provide, further damaging their ability to stay open.

    Additionally, the bill changes how people qualify for the premium tax credits within the Affordable Care Act Marketplace. The Congressional Budget Office estimates that this change, along with other changes to the ACA such as fewer and shorter enrollment periods and additional requirements for documenting income, will reduce the number of people insured through the ACA Marketplace by about 3 million by 2034. Premium tax credits were expanded during the COVID-19 pandemic, helping millions of Americans obtain coverage who previously struggled to do so. This bill lets these expanded tax credits expire, which with may result in an additional 4.2 million people becoming uninsured.

    An insufficient stop-gap

    Senators from both sides of the aisle have voiced concerns about the legislative package’s potential effects on the financial stability of rural hospitals and frontier hospitals, which are facilities located in remote areas with fewer than six people per square mile. As a result, the Senate voted to set aside $50 billion over the next five years for a newly created Rural Health Transformation Program.

    These funds are to be allocated in two ways. Half will be directly distributed equally to states that submit an application that includes a rural health transformation plan detailing how rural hospitals will improve the delivery and quality of health care. The remainder will be distributed to states in varying amounts through a process that is currently unknown.

    While additional funding to support rural health facilities is welcome, how it is distributed and how much is available will be critical. Estimates suggest that rural areas will see a reduction of $155 billion in federal spending over 10 years, with much of that concentrated in 12 states that expanded Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act and have large proportions of rural residents.

    That means $50 billion is not enough to offset cuts to Medicaid and other programs that will reduce funds flowing to rural health facilities.

    Americans living in rural areas are more likely to be insured through Medicaid than their urban counterparts.
    Halfpoint Images/Moment via Getty Images

    Accelerating hospital closures

    Rural and frontier hospitals have long faced hardship because of their aging infrastructure, older and sicker patient populations, geographic isolation and greater financial and regulatory burdens. Since 2010, 153 rural hospitals have closed their doors permanently or ceased providing inpatient services. This trend is particularly acute in states that have chosen not to expand Medicaid via the Affordable Care Act, many of which have larger percentages of their residents living in rural areas.

    According to an analysis by University of North Carolina researchers, as of June 2025 338 hospitals are at risk of reducing vital services, such as skilled nursing facilities; converting to an alternative type of health care facility, such as a rural emergency hospital; or closing altogether.

    Maternity care is especially at risk.

    Currently more than half of rural hospitals no longer deliver babies. Rural facilities serve fewer patients than those in more densely populated areas. They also have high fixed costs, and because they serve a high percentage of Medicaid patients, they rely on payments from Medicaid, which tends to pay lower rates than commercial insurance. Because of these pressures, these units will continue to close, forcing women to travel farther to give birth, to deliver before going full term and to deliver outside of traditional hospital settings.

    And because hospitals in rural areas serve relatively small populations, they lack negotiating power to obtain fair and adequate payment from private health insurers and affordable equipment and supplies from medical companies. Recruiting and retaining needed physicians and other health care workers is expensive, and acquiring capital to renovate, expand or build new facilities is increasingly out of reach.

    Finally, given that rural residents are more likely to have Medicaid than their urban counterparts, the legislation’s cuts to Medicaid will disproportionately reduce the rate at which rural providers and health facilities are paid by Medicaid for services they offer. With many rural hospitals already teetering on closure, this will place already financially fragile hospitals on an accelerated path toward demise.

    Far-reaching effects

    Rural hospitals are not just sources of local health care. They are also vital economic engines.

    Hospital closures result in the loss of local access to health care, causing residents to choose between traveling longer distances to see a doctor or forgoing the services they need.

    But hospitals in these regions are also major employers that often pay some of the highest wages in their communities. Their closure can drive a decline in the local tax base, limiting funding available for services such as roads and public schools and making it more difficult to attract and retain businesses that small towns depend on. Declines in rural health care undermine local economies.

    Furthermore, the country as a whole relies on rural America for the production of food, fuel and other natural resources. In our view, further weakening rural hospitals may affect not just local economies but the health of the whole U.S. economy.

    Lauren S. Hughes has received funding for rural health projects from the Sunflower Foundation, The Colorado Health Foundation, the University of Colorado School of Medicine Rural Program Office, the Caring for Colorado Foundation, and the Zoma Foundation. She currently serves as chair of the Rural Health Redesign Center Organization Board of Directors and is a member of the Rural Primary Care Advisory Council with the Weitzman Institute.

    Kevin J. Bennett receives funding from the National Institutes of Health, the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention, the Health Resources and Services Administration and the state of South Carolina. He is currently on the Board of Trustees of the National Rural Health Association as immediate past president.

    – ref. Rural hospitals will be hit hard by Trump’s signature spending package – https://theconversation.com/rural-hospitals-will-be-hit-hard-by-trumps-signature-spending-package-260164

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  • Condemning terrorism should be our “principle”, not just “convenience”: PM Modi at BRICS summit

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday called terrorism the “most serious challenge” facing humanity and said condemning it must be a matter of principle, not convenience.

    Speaking at the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro, PM Modi cited the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, in which 26 tourists were killed, as a reminder of the threat terrorism poses to global peace.

    “Recently India faced an inhuman and cowardly terrorist attack. On 22 April, the terrorist attack in Pahalgam was a direct attack on the soul, identity, and dignity of India. This attack was a blow not only to India but to the entire humanity. In this hour of grief, I express my heartfelt gratitude to the friendly countries who stood with us, who expressed support and condolences,” he said.

    “Terrorism has become the most serious challenge for humanity today. Condemning terrorism should be our ‘principle’, not just a ‘convenience’. If we first see in which country the attack took place and against whom, then it would be a betrayal against humanity,” the PM added.

    PM Modi stressed the need for decisive global action, including sanctions, and warned against double standards in tackling terror.

    “There should be no hesitation in imposing sanctions against terrorists. The victims and supporters of terrorism cannot be weighed on the same scale. For personal or political gain, giving silent consent to terrorism and supporting terror or terrorists should not be acceptable under any circumstances. There should be no difference between words and actions regarding terrorism. If we cannot do this, then the question naturally arises: are we serious about the fight against terrorism or not?” the Prime Minister said.

    PM Modi also underlined the threat of terrorism in the context of global conflicts and the humanitarian fallout in Gaza.

    “From West Asia to Europe, today the world is surrounded by disputes and tensions. The humanitarian situation in Gaza is a cause of great concern. India firmly believes that no matter how difficult the circumstances are, the path of peace is the only option for the welfare of humanity,” he said.

    “India is the land of Lord Buddha and Mahatma Gandhi. There is no place for war and violence for us. India supports every effort that takes the world away from division and conflict and leads it towards dialogue, cooperation, and coordination, and increases solidarity and trust,” the Prime Minister said, reiterating India’s belief in peace.

    Highlighting BRICS’s role in promoting global stability, the Prime Minister said, “Global peace and security is not just an ideal; it is the foundation of our common interests and future. The development of humanity is possible only in a peaceful and secure environment. BRICS has a very important role in fulfilling this objective. We have to unite and make collective efforts to face our common challenges. We have to move forward together.”

    PM Modi invited BRICS leaders to India for the next summit in 2026, under India’s chairmanship.

    The summit, hosted by Brazil from July 7 to 9, is being attended by leaders from Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa and new members Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, the UAE and Indonesia.

    ANI

  • India bury Birmingham blues, script record 336-run win over England in 2nd Test

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    India created history with a 336-run win over England in the second Test at Birmingham, securing not only their first-ever victory at Edgbaston but also their biggest Test win away from home in terms of runs.

    Skipper Shubman Gill, along with pacers Akash Deep and Mohammed Siraj, spearheaded a collective team effort as India levelled the series, overcoming the Birmingham blues with a win that will be remembered for ages.

    This is India’s biggest away win in Tests, surpassing their 318-run victory over the West Indies at North Sound in 2016, as they defended a total of 419. Jasprit Bumrah picked up a memorable five-wicket haul in the match, while Ajinkya Rahane was named Player of the Match for his knocks of 81 and 102.

    Gill, besides breaking an endless list of records with the bat, also made history as captain. At 25 years and 301 days old, he became the youngest Indian captain to win a Test overseas, surpassing Sunil Gavaskar, who was 26 years and 202 days old when he led India to victory against New Zealand in Auckland in 1976.

    Coming to the match, England once again opted to field first. After removing KL Rahul (2) early, an 80-run stand between Yashasvi Jaiswal (87 off 107 balls, 13 fours) and Karun Nair (31 off 50 balls, five fours) helped India recover. Skipper Gill stitched valuable partnerships — 203 runs with Ravindra Jadeja (89 off 137 balls, 10 fours and a six) and a 144-run stand with Washington Sundar (42 off 103 balls, three fours and a six) — steering India to a mammoth 587. Gill scored a marathon 269 off 387 balls, hitting 30 fours and three sixes.

    Shoaib Bashir (3/167) was England’s most successful bowler, while Chris Woakes and Josh Tongue claimed two wickets each.

    In England’s first innings, India reduced them to 84/5. However, a 303-run stand between Harry Brook (158 off 234 balls, 17 fours and a six) and wicketkeeper-batter Jamie Smith (184* off 207 balls, 21 fours and four sixes) kept England alive. But Siraj (6/70) and Akash Deep (4/88) made the new ball count, bundling out the last five wickets for just 20 runs, dismissing England for 407 and giving India a 180-run lead.

    In reply, India’s batters piled on the pressure. Jaiswal (28 off 22 balls, six fours) and Rahul (55 off 84 balls, 10 fours) set the tone with a brisk half-century stand. A 110-run fourth-wicket stand between Rishabh Pant (65 off 58 balls, eight fours and three sixes) and Gill accelerated the charge, before Gill forged another epic 175-run stand with Jadeja. Gill smashed 161 off 162 balls, with 13 fours and eight sixes, while Jadeja remained unbeaten on 69* off 118 balls (five fours and a six). India declared at 427/6, setting England an improbable target of 608.

    In the run chase, England were quickly reduced to 50/3. Jamie Smith (88 off 99 balls, nine fours and four sixes) offered the only resistance before England were bundled out for 271, losing by 336 runs. Akash Deep’s brilliant spell of 6/99 gave him a ten-wicket haul for the match.

    Gill was named Player of the Match as India levelled the series 1-1. 

  • MIL-OSI United Nations: First Person: Japanese UN volunteer ‘motivated by the passion of others’ to support peace

    Source: United Nations 2

    Haruki Ume spoke to UN News at the UN Pavilion at Expo 2025 currently being held in the Japanese city of Osaka.

    One section of the pavilion features a rotating presentation focusing on a specific UN agency or entity and recently, attention turned to the UN Volunteers programme.

    “As a 17-year-old, I travelled to the United States on an educational exchange programme and my main motivation was to play baseball and experience American culture.

    I met a lot of other people from Africa and Asia as well as Europe and I was shocked and then impressed by their passion and motivation to support their villages and communities back home.

    One boy from Azerbaijan told me he was selected for the exchange from over 100 applicants as the only student from his country. As a result, he said that he had a responsibility not to waste his time and represent all those other applicants and his country to the best of his ability.

    © Haruki Ume

    Haruki Ume plays with two boys during a visit to the Philippines in 2017.

    It was at this moment that I decided that I wanted to contribute more to society and so I started studying development issues. I travelled as much as I could during my vacations, to places like Cambodia, the Philippines, India, Peru, Egypt and Uganda.

    As a volunteer, I supported education and other initiatives during the field missions and was really driven by helping people who were less fortunate than I.  I also learnt a lot from these people, so I definitely valued it an exchange of experiences and knowledge.

    Understanding the outside world

    I was raised in a small town in rural Japan where there were no foreigners. People grow up, work and die there and many do not ever experience foreign cultures or really understand the outside world.

    UN News/Daniel Dickinson

    A UN Volunteers staff member explains the role of the organization to visitors at the UN Pavilion.

    I remember being nervous about speaking English and eating food that I was not used to, but I was keen to break through these personal barriers and broaden my world.

    Being open to new experiences has made it easier to adapt to other cultures and this understanding promotes peace and friendship and ultimately international cooperation.

    I have been working at the UN Pavilion at Expo 2025 to promote the UN and the work of UN Volunteers. I’m doing this in the spirit of building cooperation and creating positive change in the world.

    Expo 2025 is bringing the world to Osaka and is providing the opportunity for Japanese people to discuss how we can work together more effectively to create a fairer and more peaceful world.”

    The UN and volunteering

    • Headquartered in Bonn, Germany, UNV was established 1970 and is active in around 169 countries and territories every year.
    • In 2024, UNV deployed over 14,500 volunteers to almost 60 UN entities across the world.
    • They serve in diverse roles including: community development, human rights, humanitarian assistance, peacebuilding, medical services and communications.
    • 2026 has been designated by the UN as the International Year of Volunteers
    • Become a UN Volunteer

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  • MIL-OSI: Green Crypto Revolution: Ripplecoin Mining Unveils Global AI-Powered Sustainable Cloud Mining with Free Trial

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Los Angeles, California, July 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Ripplecoin Mining today announced the global launch of its innovative free cloud mining mechanism, offering a zero-threshold trial designed to empower users with remote cryptocurrency mining and passive income opportunities. This groundbreaking solution is set to transform industry growth, making cryptocurrency earnings more accessible and sustainable for individuals in the dynamic digital asset space.

    Addressing escalating global demand for eco-conscious and efficient crypto solutions, Ripplecoin Mining seamlessly integrates AI intelligent algorithms and operates through state-of-the-art green energy data centers. The platform ensures precise on-demand scheduling and robust support for mainstream cryptocurrencies like BTC, ETH, DOGE, and XRP, making high-return, ethical cloud mining a reality for both seasoned enthusiasts and new entrants.

    For too long, crypto mining’s promise remained largely unattainable for the average investor due to prohibitive equipment costs, complex operations, and market volatility. Ripplecoin Mining charts a new course by profoundly lowering the entry barrier, making digital asset participation genuinely more inviting and unlocking this lucrative roadmap for a broader demographic.

    “We are unequivocally championing the ‘right to participate’,” asserted Anne Watson, Director of the Ripplecoin Mining platform. “Users are entitled to the autonomy to verify the trustworthiness of a system at the absolute lowest cost, empowering informed decisions about deeper engagement”. She added that Ripplecoin Mining’s strategic objective is cultivating a resilient, enduring ecosystem founded on transparent experience, unwavering technical trust, and fundamental user choice.

    At the nexus of Ripplecoin Mining’s offering lies a sophisticated technological architecture meticulously engineered to dismantle the conventional “mining machine + code threshold”. During the trial, computational power emanates directly from green energy data centers strategically deployed globally by Ripplecoin Mining. These cutting-edge centers harness AI intelligent algorithms for fluid, on-demand scheduling, transforming every user interaction into a real-time engagement with the global blockchain computing network.

    Currently, the platform supports BTC, DOGE, ETH, and XRP mining operations. Users benefit from unparalleled flexibility in selecting payment methods aligned with individual asset configurations, without cross-chain complexities. Additionally, Ripplecoin Mining cultivates a vibrant community through a distinctive recommendation mechanism, offering incentives and transforming personal influence into continuously appreciating passive value. This once-exclusive “mining game” now embraces every ordinary user.

    Seamless Entry: Begin Your Sustainable Crypto Journey

    Ripplecoin Mining’s intuitively designed platform makes eco-conscious cloud mining remarkably straightforward, achievable in just a few streamlined steps:

    • Register: Sign up effortlessly on the official Ripplecoin Mining website and instantly receive a $15 welcome bonus to commence mining activities.
    • Choose a Plan: Select a flexible mining contract that perfectly aligns with your individual budget and long-term financial aspirations.
    • Start Mining: Experience unparalleled convenience as Ripplecoin Mining’s secure, advanced green energy data centers diligently serve your mining needs 24/7.
    • Earn Daily Income: Begin enjoying a consistent daily income derived from a diverse and robust portfolio of top cryptocurrencies, including BTC, ETH, DOGE, XRP, SOL, and many others.

    For ultimate convenience and real-time operational oversight, users are also encouraged to download the official Ripplecoin Mining mobile app (conveniently available for both Apple and Android devices) to effortlessly track all mining activities, efficiently manage contracts, and receive instant, real-time updates on the go.

    Pioneering a New Standard of Trust and Expansion

    This “free cloud mining” mechanism introduced by Ripplecoin Mining transcends the conventional notion of a mere trial; in the discerning eyes of industry observers, it signifies a deliberate and strategic test for the future evolution of industry pricing models. Rather than aggressively championing high-yield promises, Ripplecoin Mining has made a conscious and commendable choice to prioritize “experience transparency” as the foundational currency for cultivating profound and enduring “user trust”.

    About Ripplecoin Mining:

    Ripplecoin Mining is a pioneering force dedicated to delivering unparalleled convenient and secure cryptocurrency mining solutions. The company is resolutely committed to democratizing access to passive cryptocurrency income through its highly innovative mobile platform.

    Official website address: https://ripplecoinmining.com

    App download portal: https://ripplecoinmining.com/xml/index.html#/app

    Media contact: Anne Watson, Director

    Official email: info@ripplecoinmining.com

    Disclaimer: The content of this press release does not constitute any form of investment advice, trading advice or financial commitment. There are risks in the cryptocurrency market. Cloud mining participants need to carefully evaluate the potential results based on their actual situation. It is recommended to consult a professional financial advisor in advance.

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  • MIL-OSI: Green Crypto Revolution: Ripplecoin Mining Unveils Global AI-Powered Sustainable Cloud Mining with Free Trial

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Los Angeles, California, July 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Ripplecoin Mining today announced the global launch of its innovative free cloud mining mechanism, offering a zero-threshold trial designed to empower users with remote cryptocurrency mining and passive income opportunities. This groundbreaking solution is set to transform industry growth, making cryptocurrency earnings more accessible and sustainable for individuals in the dynamic digital asset space.

    Addressing escalating global demand for eco-conscious and efficient crypto solutions, Ripplecoin Mining seamlessly integrates AI intelligent algorithms and operates through state-of-the-art green energy data centers. The platform ensures precise on-demand scheduling and robust support for mainstream cryptocurrencies like BTC, ETH, DOGE, and XRP, making high-return, ethical cloud mining a reality for both seasoned enthusiasts and new entrants.

    For too long, crypto mining’s promise remained largely unattainable for the average investor due to prohibitive equipment costs, complex operations, and market volatility. Ripplecoin Mining charts a new course by profoundly lowering the entry barrier, making digital asset participation genuinely more inviting and unlocking this lucrative roadmap for a broader demographic.

    “We are unequivocally championing the ‘right to participate’,” asserted Anne Watson, Director of the Ripplecoin Mining platform. “Users are entitled to the autonomy to verify the trustworthiness of a system at the absolute lowest cost, empowering informed decisions about deeper engagement”. She added that Ripplecoin Mining’s strategic objective is cultivating a resilient, enduring ecosystem founded on transparent experience, unwavering technical trust, and fundamental user choice.

    At the nexus of Ripplecoin Mining’s offering lies a sophisticated technological architecture meticulously engineered to dismantle the conventional “mining machine + code threshold”. During the trial, computational power emanates directly from green energy data centers strategically deployed globally by Ripplecoin Mining. These cutting-edge centers harness AI intelligent algorithms for fluid, on-demand scheduling, transforming every user interaction into a real-time engagement with the global blockchain computing network.

    Currently, the platform supports BTC, DOGE, ETH, and XRP mining operations. Users benefit from unparalleled flexibility in selecting payment methods aligned with individual asset configurations, without cross-chain complexities. Additionally, Ripplecoin Mining cultivates a vibrant community through a distinctive recommendation mechanism, offering incentives and transforming personal influence into continuously appreciating passive value. This once-exclusive “mining game” now embraces every ordinary user.

    Seamless Entry: Begin Your Sustainable Crypto Journey

    Ripplecoin Mining’s intuitively designed platform makes eco-conscious cloud mining remarkably straightforward, achievable in just a few streamlined steps:

    • Register: Sign up effortlessly on the official Ripplecoin Mining website and instantly receive a $15 welcome bonus to commence mining activities.
    • Choose a Plan: Select a flexible mining contract that perfectly aligns with your individual budget and long-term financial aspirations.
    • Start Mining: Experience unparalleled convenience as Ripplecoin Mining’s secure, advanced green energy data centers diligently serve your mining needs 24/7.
    • Earn Daily Income: Begin enjoying a consistent daily income derived from a diverse and robust portfolio of top cryptocurrencies, including BTC, ETH, DOGE, XRP, SOL, and many others.

    For ultimate convenience and real-time operational oversight, users are also encouraged to download the official Ripplecoin Mining mobile app (conveniently available for both Apple and Android devices) to effortlessly track all mining activities, efficiently manage contracts, and receive instant, real-time updates on the go.

    Pioneering a New Standard of Trust and Expansion

    This “free cloud mining” mechanism introduced by Ripplecoin Mining transcends the conventional notion of a mere trial; in the discerning eyes of industry observers, it signifies a deliberate and strategic test for the future evolution of industry pricing models. Rather than aggressively championing high-yield promises, Ripplecoin Mining has made a conscious and commendable choice to prioritize “experience transparency” as the foundational currency for cultivating profound and enduring “user trust”.

    About Ripplecoin Mining:

    Ripplecoin Mining is a pioneering force dedicated to delivering unparalleled convenient and secure cryptocurrency mining solutions. The company is resolutely committed to democratizing access to passive cryptocurrency income through its highly innovative mobile platform.

    Official website address: https://ripplecoinmining.com

    App download portal: https://ripplecoinmining.com/xml/index.html#/app

    Media contact: Anne Watson, Director

    Official email: info@ripplecoinmining.com

    Disclaimer: The content of this press release does not constitute any form of investment advice, trading advice or financial commitment. There are risks in the cryptocurrency market. Cloud mining participants need to carefully evaluate the potential results based on their actual situation. It is recommended to consult a professional financial advisor in advance.

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  • MIL-OSI: BJMINING Unleashes AI-Powered Energy Arbitrage to Revolutionize Bitcoin Mining Profitability

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    London, July 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — With Bitcoin currently trading at $107,000 — up 60% year-to-date—many U.S.-based mining operations are facing existential threats as single-coin production costs soar to $137,000. In stark contrast, BJMINING, the UK-based cloud mining giant founded in 2015, has reduced its breakeven threshold to $68,000 by leveraging AI-powered dynamic energy networks. Operating more than 60 mining farms globally—100% powered by renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, geothermal, and hydro—BJMINING now serves over 5 million users across 180+ countries and has emerged as a premier ESG-compliant target for institutional capital.

    The 2025 Hashrate War: Survival Through AI and Green Innovation
    (1) Crisis of Inverted Margins

    Electricity Pricing Power: Electricity accounts for 75% of mining operation costs. In regions where prices exceed $0.12/kWh, over 40% of small and medium-sized mining farms have shut down.

    Profit Compression: Despite a 47% increase in global hashrate since the 2024 halving, block rewards have dropped to 3.125 BTC—bringing marginal profits dangerously close to zero.

    Seasonal Opportunity: Historical data shows a 70% probability of Bitcoin price increases in July. A breakout above $116,000 could potentially triple cloud mining returns.

    (2) BJMINING’s AI-Powered Energy Arbitrage Engine

    By dynamically reallocating computational workloads to regions with the lowest operational costs, BJMINING achieves a 42% reduction in energy-related expenses per unit of computing power. Highlights include:

    Midnight Hydropower in Norway: $0.028/kWh by leveraging off-peak grid loads

    Icelandic Geothermal: Stable year-round supply at $0.04/kWh

    Heat Recovery in Canada: Community heating technology slashes energy waste by 30% and earns government-backed carbon credits

    The Foundation of Trust: Triple-Layer Certification and Frictionless Experience

    Certification Dimension Backing Institution User Value
    Carbon-Neutral Operations United Nations Certification Compliant with ESG fund requirements
    Full Asset Insurance AIG (American International Group) Protection against hackers and natural disasters
    Security Defense McAfee® + Cloudflare® 99.99% DDoS protection success rate

    Transparency Engine: All mining operations and revenue distributions are verifiable on-chain.

    2025 Contract Yield Matrix (July Performance Test)
    CEO William Thomas launches tiered hedging contracts with zero management fees and multi-currency payment support:

    Contract Project Investment Amount The term Total revenue
    WhatsMiner M50S+ $100 2days $100+$6
    WhatsMiner M60S++ $600 7days $600+$52.50
    Avalon Miner A1566 $1,200 15days $1,200+$234
    WhatsMiner M66S+ $5,800 30days $5,800+$2,610
    Antminer L7 $12,000 40days $12,000+$8,160
    ANTSPACE HD5 $96,000 54days $96,000+$119,232

    “Our AI processes 170,000 energy data points per second—10,000 times more efficient than manual operations.”
    — William Thomas, CEO of BJMINING

    Technology Moat: Surpassing Human Limits

    AI Forecasting System: Anticipates hashrate surges 12 hours in advance, boosting returns by 19.7%.

    Auto-Reinvestment: Reinvestment efficiency is 23% higher than manual operations, ensuring no missed gains during bull markets.

    XRP/DOGE Payments: Cross-border settlements in under 2 minutes, enabling seamless DeFi yield scenarios.

    Industry Inflection Point: Retail Hashpower Migrates to AI Platforms
    According to Bitdeer, 35% of retail mining hashpower is expected to shift to AI-optimized platforms by 2026. With a decade of operational experience, BJMINING sets the new benchmark:

    Frictionless Onboarding: DOGE/XRP payments activate within 120 seconds; new users receive a $15 welcome bonus.

    Volatility-Resistant Architecture: Multi-currency mining (BTC/DOGE/XRP) automatically balances yield fluctuations.

    Global Consensus: Over 60 mining farms span Kazakhstan (nuclear energy at $0.03/kWh), Norway, and other low-cost energy regions.

    How to get started-

    Official Website: https://bjmining.com
    App Download: https://bjmining.com/xml/index.html#/app

    Since its founding in the UK in 2015, BJMINING has continuously integrated low-cost green energy networks worldwide. With over 60 mining farms strategically located in resource-rich regions such as Iceland (geothermal), Norway (hydropower), and Kazakhstan (nuclear), the company has built a dual moat of AI-powered energy scheduling and zero-carbon mining. Over the past decade, BJMINING has served more than 5 million users, with over 500,000 active miners operating daily.

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  • MIL-OSI Africa: Call for urgent reform of international governance structures

    Source: Government of South Africa

    By Gabi Khumalo

    Rio de Janeiro, Brazil – President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for enhanced global cooperation and urgent reform of international governance structures amid the “dramatic reshaping of global dynamics-politically, economically, technologically, and environmentally”.

    Speaking during the opening of the 17th BRICS Summit, currently underway in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, President Ramaphosa underscored the critical need for multilateral collaboration to address escalating global tensions and institutional inefficiencies.

    “With this change comes both opportunity and uncertainty. As conflicts persist, as new threats emerge and as old institutions falter, the pursuit of global peace and security has never been more urgent or more complex,” the President said.

    President Ramaphosa participated in the first session of the BRICS Summit, where he delivered an intervention under the theme: “Peace & Security, Reform of Global Governance”.

    The President underscored the need to reform the United Nations Security Council to become more democratic, regionally representative, and more accountable.

    He noted that the United Nations, in particular the Security Council which is the preeminent instrument for the maintenance of international peace and security, has too often failed to meet the challenges of today.

    “In responding to these challenges – ranging from humanitarian crises to open acts of aggression – the Security Council has become too rigid, too narrow and too disconnected from today’s multipolar realities.

    “Reform is a necessity. The Security Council must be made more democratic, more regionally representative and more accountable,” the President said.

    Strengthening regional peace mechanisms

    To further enable sustainable peace, the President emphasised the need for strong regional peace mechanisms. 

    “We must give them the resources and authority they need to lead efforts in dialogue, mediation and de-escalation. Localised responses, grounded in cultural and geopolitical understanding, are the frontline of peacebuilding.

    “The linkages between peace, security and development require a more comprehensive approach to conflict prevention and peacebuilding; an approach that addresses the underlying causes of conflict,” he said.

    Highlighting the role of BRICS in this evolving landscape, President Ramaphosa said BRICS is increasingly shaping global debates on development, multipolar governance and security matters.

    With a broad geographical footprint and growing influence, BRICS is uniquely positioned to advocate for reform in global governance structures.

    He called on BRICS to strengthen its voice in calling for a global framework that is inclusive, representative and anchored in the principles of sovereignty, equality and peaceful coexistence.

    “BRICS must continue to strengthen its cooperation on key security issues, including counterterrorism, cyber security and transnational crime,” the President said.

    Global digital governance framework 

    President Ramaphosa commended BRICS’ focus on a global digital governance framework that is inclusive, transparent and rooted in the principles of the United Nations.

    He reaffirmed South Africa’s commitment to the full implementation of the BRICS Counter Terrorism Strategy.

    The country remains steadfast in its support for the United Nations’ central role in global counter terrorism efforts.

    Call for diplomatic efforts to de-escalate tensions

    President Ramaphosa raised South Africa’s concerns at the deteriorating peace and security situation in the Middle East.

    The President condemned the recent attacks by Israel and the United States on the Islamic Republic of Iran, warning that the attacks raise serious concerns of international law, including the principles of sovereignty, territorial integrity and the protection of civilians.

    He said South Africa understands the power of peaceful resolution through dialogue, given the country’s own experience. 

    “We must continue to advocate for the urgent intensification of diplomatic efforts to de-escalate tensions and ensure sustainable and lasting peace. We remain deeply concerned by the heavy human toll of conflicts in Russia and Ukraine, the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, Sudan and Gaza, among others. 

    “We must find just and lasting solutions to these devasting conflicts. Achieving and maintaining peace and security requires the collective will of the community of nations,” President Ramaphosa said.

    Summit deliberations

    During the BRICS Summit session, Heads of State and Government are expected to deliberate on issues pertaining to global governance reform, peace and security, the ongoing humanitarian impact of Israeli military action in Gaza and in conflicts in Sudan, Ukraine, Iran, and advocating for the sustainable resolution of conflicts through diplomacy, inclusive dialogue and a commitment to the United Nations Charter.

    The summit will also look into synergies between BRICS, COP30 and G20 outcomes, including in global governance of artificial intelligence and prioritising climate finance that is just, accessible and transformational. – SAnews.gov.za

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: The 31st Lanzhou Investment and Trade Fair attracted participants from all over the world

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian –

    An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    LANZHOU, July 6 (Xinhua) — The 31st China (Lanzhou) Investment and Trade Fair opened Sunday in Lanzhou, capital of northwest China’s Gansu Province, with more than 2,000 Chinese and foreign enterprises participating.

    This year, Indonesia was the guest of honor at the fair. The number of participants exceeded the figures of previous years: representatives from more than 20 countries, including Germany, Spain, Russia, Malaysia and Iran, as well as 18 Chinese provincial-level regions and the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, came to the fair.

    The fair is divided into four thematic zones, focusing on international cooperation along the Silk Road, inter-regional exchanges, consumer goods and specialized industries of Gansu Province, the organizers said. The exhibition features products in such fields as equipment manufacturing, petrochemicals, biomedicine, new materials, new energy, aviation and astronautics, agriculture, information and data.

    The fair program includes more than 30 forums and trade and economic events.

    Indonesian Ambassador to China Jauhari Oratmangun noted that 16 Indonesian companies are presenting coffee, food, handicrafts and traditional batik at the fair. The diplomat expressed hope for deepening cooperation between Indonesia and China in renewable energy, modern agriculture and cultural tourism.

    As the largest international economic and trade event in Gansu Province since 1993, this year’s fair has already secured deals on 1,181 investment projects worth over 650 billion yuan (about 90.9 billion U.S. dollars) in sectors including alternative energy equipment, agricultural processing, new materials and digital technology. –0–

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: China puts domestically developed seven-functional deep-sea robotic manipulator into operation

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian –

    An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    TIANJIN, July 6 (Xinhua) — China has put into operation its first domestically-made seven-functional robotic manipulator for deep-sea oil and gas operations, the developer of the device, China’s Offshore Oil Engineering Co., Ltd. (COOEC), said Sunday.

    A manipulator mounted on a remotely operated deep-sea vehicle (ROV) performed its tasks with precision during its first deployment in the Pearl River estuary. The device’s maximum operating depth is 7,000 m, COOEC said.

    The manipulator is capable of seven operations – extension, retraction, swing, rotation, opening, gripping and clamping. It has performed valve work and installed equipment in strong currents.

    The 60-kilogram device, which is 35 percent lighter than its global counterparts, can carry a payload of 125 kg when fully extended. Its cost is 40 percent lower than imported alternatives.

    The COOEC noted that the new manipulator allowed China to enter the elite group of countries capable of producing deep-sea robotics of this level. –0–

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  • MIL-OSI New Zealand: Serious Crash, Kennedy Good Bridge

    Source: New Zealand Police

    The Kennedy Good Bridge intersection with State Highway 2 is closed due to a serious crash.

    Emergency services are in attendance, one person has sustained serious injuries.

    Police request motorists to avoid the area and find an alternative route to access State Highway 2.

    Access to the highway at this junction is likely to be restricted for at least 2 hours.

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  • MIL-OSI New Zealand: Tech founders get keys to home ownership with BNZ’s new home loan solution

    Source: BNZ Statements

    Tech founders creating innovative, high growth companies can face a surprising obstacle outside the startup ecosystem – they frequently struggle to secure home loans.

    Bank of New Zealand (BNZ) has addressed this challenge with the launch of Founder Housing: a new home loan solution designed specifically for tech entrepreneurs.

    The new proposition addresses a common frustration in the tech community: founders of tech companies often have business losses counted against their personal income, which can make them ineligible for home loans, even when their businesses are thriving and backed by significant investment.

    “We kept hearing the same story from tech founders and entrepreneurs,” says Tim Wixon, Head of Technology Industries at BNZ.

    “They’d built promising companies, secured investment, and were earning good salaries, but couldn’t buy homes because traditional lending criteria didn’t recognise the way high-growth tech startups operate. It just didn’t make sense.”

    One founder’s journey

    Startup founder Emily Blythe’s experience illustrates this challenge. As CEO of Pyper Vision, an innovative aerospace startup developing AI-powered fog forecasting technology, Blythe has built a company with strong financial backing and major partnerships, including trials with Air New Zealand and British Airways CityFlyer. Yet when she tried to buy her first home, traditional lending criteria worked against her.

    “I had a stable salary and a consistent track record of Pyper Vision paying me, but that wasn’t recognised by most banks,” Blythe explains. “What was particularly frustrating was that two of my team had recently secured bank loans easily, but because they were employees rather than the founder, banks viewed their positions as more secure than mine.”

    Despite Pyper Vision’s strong fundamentals – including Startmate accelerator backing, government support, and enterprise partnerships – Blythe was rejected by eight different banks over a three-month period.

    “I spoke to other founders going through the same struggle who couldn’t find a solution,” she says.

    “They were having their partners buy houses instead or setting up complex trust structures – anything to work around the system.”

    Blythe’s experience highlights exactly why BNZ developed Founder Housing.

    The problem stems from how growth-focused tech companies structure their finances. Early-stage businesses typically prioritise R&D, marketing and expansion over profit, creating accounting losses that appear on founders’ personal financial assessments despite potentially strong business fundamentals.

    BNZ’s Founder Housing takes a different approach by evaluating business viability and potential rather than focusing solely on profit and loss statements. The solution recognises institutional investment as a positive indicator and includes specialised assessment criteria tailored to tech companies.

    “It’s about applying the right approach and metrics for this type of business model,” Wixon says.

    “A founder running an equity-backed company with strong growth metrics is often a very different proposition from what traditional lending criteria might suggest.”

    For Blythe, BNZ’s approach proved different.

    “It wasn’t the standard black-and-white response of ‘you’re a founder, therefore we can’t approve this.’ BNZ actually evaluated both the company’s financial position as a tech business and my personal circumstances together. It was a much more logical and rational approach.”

    Securing her Christchurch home has provided crucial stability for her role leading an international business.

    “Having my own home gives me the freedom to travel for work, knowing I have a secure base to return to. It’s the first time I’ve felt properly grounded.”

    Her advice to other tech founders facing similar challenges is clear: “I’d strongly recommend working with BNZ’s team. The traditional banking approach to founders is just ridiculous.”

    Banking on growth

    Founder Housing builds on BNZ’s established commitment to supporting New Zealand’s tech ecosystem.

    The bank has pioneered several innovative financing solutions for technology companies, including Revenue Based Financing for SaaS businesses launched in 2021, and Contracted Receivables Financing introduced in 2023 to help high-tech manufacturing, infrastructure, software-enabled hardware and biotech companies access capital based on signed contracts rather than traditional profit measures.

    Last month, BNZ also announced fast-approval unsecured business loans up to $50,000 that can be confirmed in just three minutes, recognising that businesses need to move quickly when opportunities arise.

    “We’ve been working to rewrite the playbook for how banks can better support tech companies at every stage of their journey,” Wixon says.

    “Founder Housing is the natural extension of that work – supporting the founders themselves, not just their businesses.”

    The solution’s introduction comes at a time when supporting innovation and competitive business settings are increasingly recognised as vital for economic development.

    “We’re proud to be the first major bank to turn this approach into a formal proposition,” Wixon says.

    “By understanding the unique challenges these founders face, we can help them build personal assets while they continue growing their businesses here in New Zealand, helping to attract and retain talent in Aotearoa.

    *All home loans are subject to BNZ lending criteria (including minimum equity requirements), terms and fees.

    The post Tech founders get keys to home ownership with BNZ’s new home loan solution appeared first on BNZ Debrief.

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  • BRICS leaders condemn Pahalgam terror attack, call out “double standards” on terrorism

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    Leaders of BRICS nations on Sunday strongly condemned the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which claimed the lives of 26 tourists.

    In a joint declaration at the summit in Rio de Janeiro, the leaders described terrorism as “criminal and unjustifiable”, regardless of the motive or perpetrators.

    “We condemn in the strongest terms the terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir on 22 April 2025, during which at least 26 people were killed and many more injured. We reaffirm our commitment to combating terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, including the cross-border movement of terrorists, terrorism financing and safe havens,” the declaration said.

    BRICS leaders underlined that terrorism should not be linked with any religion, nationality, civilisation or ethnic group, and demanded that those involved be held accountable under national and international law.

    “We urge zero tolerance for terrorism and reject double standards in countering it. We stress the primary responsibility of States in combating terrorism and that global efforts must comply with international law, including the UN Charter and relevant conventions on human rights, refugees and humanitarian law,” the declaration added.

    The leaders welcomed the work of the BRICS Counter-Terrorism Working Group (CTWG) and its five subgroups under the Counter-Terrorism Strategy and Action Plan, and called for further cooperation. They also pushed for early adoption of the Comprehensive Convention on International Terrorism within the UN framework and urged “concerted action” against all UN-designated terrorists and terror entities.

    The statement comes weeks after National Security Advisor Ajit Doval raised the Pahalgam attack at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Security Council Secretaries’ meeting in Beijing. Doval had underlined the continued threat from groups like Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed operating with state support from Pakistan, as well as Al Qaeda, ISIS and their affiliates.

    India has repeatedly urged SCO members to reject double standards on terrorism and to hold perpetrators, organisers, financiers and sponsors of cross-border terror accountable.

    IANS

  • MIL-OSI: XRP’s 6-year outlook meets today’s opportunity — PBK Miner launches 10-day XRP mining solution

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Los Angeles, California , July 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Turning long-term speculation into short-term gains — PBK Miner has launched a new 10-day cloud mining contract that allows users to mine XRP with zero upfront cost and earn daily returns as the market continues to develop.

    Ripple (XRP) Road to Trillionaires: Researcher Says 2018 Rally Was Just a Warm-Up
    Looking ahead, XRP describes the coming wave of growth as “global,” “regulated,” and “scaled.” He noted that the conditions currently emerging — including increasing regulatory clarity and scalable blockchain infrastructure — set the stage for a larger market expansion than what was seen in 2018. He stressed that the previous XRP rally and the wealth it created for founders was just a “warm-up,” meaning that even greater wealth could be created over the next decade. In order to ride this new momentum, PBK Miner has launched a new 10-day XRP cloud mining contract, giving users a reliable way to earn XRP every day while they wait for future price breakouts. First-time users receive a $10 sign-up bonus, making it easy to start making money without any upfront investment.

    Explore the new 10-day XRP mining contract now: https://pbkminer.com/

    10-day contract, daily instant rewards.

    Traditional mining is often costly and technically complex. But PBK Miner’s cloud mining system changes that – it offers 100% remote access, AI-optimized performance, and daily returns. The newly released 10-day mining contract is perfect for cautious investors and experienced holders. By using the $10 sign-up bonus, users can immediately activate the plan and receive daily XRP rewards of $0.60 – all without spending their own funds. This approach makes it easier than ever to stay active in the XRP ecosystem while the long-term outlook continues to develop.

    Key features of PBK Miner’s XRP cloud mining contract:
    – Enterprise-Grade Security: Rest assured, your cryptocurrency is safe with our robust security measures.
    – Predictable Daily Income: Earn reliable daily rewards determined by your selected contract.
    – Customizable Contract Durations:  Select a contract length that aligns perfectly with your financial objectives.
    – Browser-Based Mining:  Mine crypto conveniently from any location using just your browser or mobile app; no specialized hardware or skills are necessary.
    Mining options for every type of XRP investor

    Whether you are a first-time user or an experienced holder, PBK Miner has designed a wide range of XRP mining contracts for all experience levels:
    $10 contract – 1 day – Earn $0.60 per day
    $100 contract – 2 days – Earn $3.50 per day
    $500 contract – 5 days – Earn $6.50 per day
    $1000 contract – 10 days – Earn $13.50 per day
    $5,000 contract – 30 days – Earn $77.50 per day
    $30,000 contract – 50 days – Earn $525.00 per day
    For those who believe in XRP’s six-year growth but want to make progress every day, these plans offer a smart, low-risk way to participate and passively grow their holdings.
    Click here to explore more contracts, all of which support XRP mining.
    How is PBK Miner’s XRP mining contract different?

    – AI Optimization
    A proprietary AI-driven engine optimizes mining operations in real time, maintaining stable returns even during periods of low market activity and high volatility.
    – 100% remote mining
    Mining contracts can be activated instantly, without the need for physical equipment or technical setup. PBK Miner’s fully remote system ensures seamless access from anywhere in the world, allowing for a worry-free experience.
    – Principal Guarantee
    All investment funds are fully protected. At the end of each contract period, the initial investment will be returned in full, giving you peace of mind and financial security.
    – Stable Daily Returns
    The contracts are structured to provide a reliable daily income, helping to minimize the risk of long-term market volatility and supporting the generation of a stable passive return.
    How to start making money with PBK Miner?
    1. Register an account – Get an instant $10 bonus and daily login bonus.
    Click here to register and join the PBK Miner mining community.

    1. Choose a contract – start with the 10-day plan or explore other tiers.
    2. Start mining – you can just sit back and the system will mine XRP and pay you every 24 hours.

    As XRP matures, mining methods become smarter.
    Since its establishment in 2019, PBK Miner has been committed to helping users around the world earn passive cryptocurrency income through remote, secure, and AI-based cloud mining services. The platform supports multiple currencies such as XRP, BTC, SOL, DOGE, etc., and is designed for novices and professionals who want to increase their assets without complex settings or large capital requirements.

    A spokesperson for PBK Miner said: “As XRP returns to the top ranks of crypto assets, holders are asking what to do next. Our 10-day mining contracts offer a low-risk, high-access way for users to benefit from the long-term future of XRP while receiving an immediate yield.”
    The next six years may be uncertain, but your next 10 days are not. Start mining XRP
    Visit https://pbkminer.com/ now
    Disclaimer: The information provided in this press release does not constitute an investment solicitation, nor does it constitute investment advice, financial advice, or a trading recommendation. Cryptocurrency mining and staking involve risks and may result in loss of funds. It is strongly recommended that you perform due diligence before investing or trading in cryptocurrencies and securities, including consulting a professional financial advisor.
    Media Contact:
    Alison Evans
    PBK Miner
    info@pbkminer.com

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  • MIL-OSI Africa: Asmara Technical School Graduates 143 Students

    Source: APO


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    Asmara Technical School yesterday graduated 143 students, including 61 female students, who completed two years of theoretical and practical training in auto mechanics, construction, woodwork, electronics, and electricity.

    Mr. Semere Worede, Director of the school, stated that Asmara Technical School is graduating students for the 64th time and that, in the 70 years since its establishment, it has graduated over 10,000 students.

    Mr. Semere noted that the school, with substantial investment from the Government is equipped with modern teaching facilities and is playing a significant role in producing youth equipped with the necessary professional skills to contribute to the nation-building process.

    Mr. Tesfay Seium, Director General of Technical and Vocational Education at the Ministry of Education, called on the graduates to apply the training they received toward the implementation of national development programs.

    A representative of the graduates expressed their commitment to making meaningful contributions in their future workplaces by applying the knowledge and skills acquired during their training.

    At the event, awards were presented to outstanding students, and certificates of recognition were given to teachers and members of the parents’ committee.

    Since its establishment, Asmara Technical School has graduated 10,300 students.

    Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Ministry of Information, Eritrea.

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  • PM Modi calls for urgent reforms in global governance at 17th BRICS Summit

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday called for urgent reforms in global governance institutions, emphasising that the interests of the Global South must be given due importance in decision-making bodies that were built in the 20th century but continue to shape 21st-century challenges.

    Addressing the BRICS session on the ‘Reform of Global Governance’ in Rio de Janeiro, the Prime Minister extended his gratitude to Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva for the “excellent organisation” of the summit and praised his “vision and unwavering commitment” in energising the bloc.

    PM Modi remarked that under Brazil’s leadership, BRICS cooperation had received not just an “espresso” but a “double espresso shot”, applauding President Lula’s dynamic role. He also congratulated Indonesia’s President Prabowo Subianto on Indonesia’s inclusion in the BRICS grouping, calling it a welcome expansion of the bloc’s partnership.

    Highlighting the persistent neglect faced by the Global South, the PM said that developing nations have often been met with “double standards” on issues such as development, fair distribution of resources, and security. He pointed out that promises on climate finance, sustainable development, and technology transfer have frequently amounted to “nothing more than token gestures”.

    “Two-thirds of humanity still lack proper representation in global institutions built in the 20th century,” the Prime Minister noted, adding that this lack of inclusion affects the credibility and effectiveness of such bodies. Drawing an analogy, PM Modi said, “Without the Global South, these institutions are like a mobile phone with a SIM card but no network.”

    Calling for a new “multipolar and inclusive world order”, the Prime Minister urged BRICS nations to push for reforms in major global institutions, including the UN Security Council, the World Trade Organization, and Multilateral Development Banks. He stressed that these changes must go beyond symbolism and deliver tangible results, including reforms in governance structures, voting rights, and leadership roles.

    “In an age where technology evolves every week, it is unacceptable for global institutions to go eighty years without reform. You can’t run 21st-century software on 20th-century typewriters,” PM Modi said.

    The Prime Minister underscored India’s commitment to work constructively with BRICS partners to advance the interests of the Global South and humanity at large.

    “India has always considered it a duty to rise above self-interest and work for the greater good of humanity. We remain fully committed to contributing to this shared goal,” he said.

  • PM Modi calls for urgent reforms in global governance at 17th BRICS Summit

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday called for urgent reforms in global governance institutions, emphasising that the interests of the Global South must be given due importance in decision-making bodies that were built in the 20th century but continue to shape 21st-century challenges.

    Addressing the BRICS session on the ‘Reform of Global Governance’ in Rio de Janeiro, the Prime Minister extended his gratitude to Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva for the “excellent organisation” of the summit and praised his “vision and unwavering commitment” in energising the bloc.

    PM Modi remarked that under Brazil’s leadership, BRICS cooperation had received not just an “espresso” but a “double espresso shot”, applauding President Lula’s dynamic role. He also congratulated Indonesia’s President Prabowo Subianto on Indonesia’s inclusion in the BRICS grouping, calling it a welcome expansion of the bloc’s partnership.

    Highlighting the persistent neglect faced by the Global South, the PM said that developing nations have often been met with “double standards” on issues such as development, fair distribution of resources, and security. He pointed out that promises on climate finance, sustainable development, and technology transfer have frequently amounted to “nothing more than token gestures”.

    “Two-thirds of humanity still lack proper representation in global institutions built in the 20th century,” the Prime Minister noted, adding that this lack of inclusion affects the credibility and effectiveness of such bodies. Drawing an analogy, PM Modi said, “Without the Global South, these institutions are like a mobile phone with a SIM card but no network.”

    Calling for a new “multipolar and inclusive world order”, the Prime Minister urged BRICS nations to push for reforms in major global institutions, including the UN Security Council, the World Trade Organization, and Multilateral Development Banks. He stressed that these changes must go beyond symbolism and deliver tangible results, including reforms in governance structures, voting rights, and leadership roles.

    “In an age where technology evolves every week, it is unacceptable for global institutions to go eighty years without reform. You can’t run 21st-century software on 20th-century typewriters,” PM Modi said.

    The Prime Minister underscored India’s commitment to work constructively with BRICS partners to advance the interests of the Global South and humanity at large.

    “India has always considered it a duty to rise above self-interest and work for the greater good of humanity. We remain fully committed to contributing to this shared goal,” he said.

  • MIL-OSI Russia: Beijing to host Global Dialogue of Civilizations ministerial meeting

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    BEIJING, July 7 (Xinhua) — The Ministerial Meeting of the Global Dialogue of Civilizations on “Preserving the Diversity of Human Civilizations for World Peace and Development” will be held in Beijing from July 10 to 11.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Air route adjustment benefits both sides of Taiwan Strait — State Council Taiwan Affairs Office

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    BEIJING, July 6 (Xinhua) — Chen Binhua, spokesperson for the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council, said Sunday that the newly launched W121 air route, which connects with the M503 route, will benefit people on both sides of the Taiwan Strait.

    As Chen Binhua noted in response to a reporter’s question, this measure was taken to reduce air traffic congestion, improve flight safety and reduce flight delays.

    The Civil Aviation Administration of China announced the route adjustment on Sunday.

    Chen Binhua stressed that the M503 air route is within the Shanghai flight information region, and the organization and operation of this route is a routine procedure for the airspace management of civil aviation in mainland China.

    “The previous route changes have improved the operation of flights across the Taiwan Strait and further facilitated cross-strait people-to-people exchanges,” the spokesperson added. –0–

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  • BRICS nations urge advanced economies to scale up climate finance for developing countries

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    BRICS member nations have called on advanced economies and the international financial system to provide “substantial” financing to support climate mitigation efforts in developing economies.

    “We call on advanced economies and other relevant actors in the international financial system, as well as the private sector, to provide substantial finance for climate actions in developing countries, including by expanding concessional finance and increasing private capital mobilisation,” Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors of BRICS countries said in a joint statement on Sunday, just ahead of the Summit.

    Highlighting the growing needs of emerging markets and developing economies (EMDEs), the group urged international financial institutions to scale up adaptation support and create conditions that would attract greater private sector participation in mitigation efforts.

    BRICS members also acknowledged the structural challenges posed by climate change, energy transitions, biodiversity loss and conservation efforts.

    “We reaffirm that predictable, equitable, accessible and affordable climate finance is indispensable for just transitions, in line with country circumstances and development priorities, and for meeting the goals of the UNFCCC and its Paris Agreement,” the statement said.

    India, a BRICS member, has consistently advocated for stronger climate finance arrangements, primarily from developed countries that are historically major carbon emitters. India has repeatedly underlined the need for adequate financial support, particularly for the Global South.

    Climate finance generally refers to funding directed at mitigation and adaptation measures to tackle climate change. Developing countries have long argued that developed nations, being historically larger emitters, must shoulder greater responsibility for funding mitigation and adaptation.

    Against the backdrop of global economic uncertainty and volatility, BRICS members said the International Monetary Fund (IMF) must remain adequately resourced and flexible to protect its members, particularly the most vulnerable.

    The statement also welcomed the New Development Bank’s steady efforts to expand its funding capacity, promote local currency financing, diversify funding sources, and back projects that advance sustainable development, reduce inequality and drive investment in infrastructure and economic integration.

    “As the New Development Bank is set to embark on its second golden decade of high-quality development, we recognise and support its growing role as a robust and strategic agent of development and modernisation in the Global South,” it said.

    BRICS members also reaffirmed that they would continue working through the second half of 2025 to push forward these initiatives and strengthen coordination for a smooth transition to India’s presidency in 2026.

    Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors of BRICS countries met in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on July 5 under the theme, “Strengthening Global South Cooperation for More Inclusive and Sustainable Governance.”

    Together, BRICS countries — Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa — account for nearly half of the world’s population, spread across four continents, and nearly 40 per cent of global GDP. The bloc has become more integrated with the world economy and now represents about a quarter of global trade and investment flows.

    The joint statement underlined that more needs to be done to ensure the benefits of globalisation, economic growth and productivity are shared more equally.

    According to a report by Rubix Data Sciences, total international trade (exports plus imports) of BRICS countries stood at USD 10.5 trillion in 2024, growing at a compound annual growth rate of 7.9 per cent between 2020 and 2024.

    BRICS nations remain net exporters, collectively selling more goods abroad than they import, underlining their strong production capacity and growing clout in global trade.

  • MIL-OSI Russia: Guangdong province steps up precautions against Typhoon Danas

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    GUANGZHOU, July 6 (Xinhua) — An emergency response was issued Sunday in south China’s Guangdong Province for Typhoon Danas, the fourth typhoon recorded this year by China’s meteorological service. The center of the typhoon was located 230 km southeast of Shantou City at 8 a.m., with wind speeds of up to 36.9 m/s near the center, local sources said.

    The provincial emergency management agency said 361 vessels in the dangerous waters had returned to ports by 2 p.m., and more than 2,000 people had been evacuated from maritime facilities. All five coastal tourist areas in the province have been closed.

    Six rescue helicopters are deployed in key cities, 21 patrol ships and 64 emergency rescue vessels are on standby along the coast.

    Meteorologists have warned that heavy rain and gusty winds are expected in eastern coastal areas. The provincial flood and drought control headquarters has called for increased vigilance against the possible impact of adverse weather. –0–

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  • MIL-OSI Video: President Cyril Ramaphosa, received by President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva for XVII BRICS Summit.

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    His excellency President Cyril Ramaphosa, received by His Excellency Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, President of the Federative Republic of Brazil, arrives at Museum of Modern Arts, In Rio de Janeiro, Brazil to attend the XVII BRICS Summit held from 6 to 7 July 2025.

    The theme of the Rio Summit is “Strengthening Global South Cooperation for More Inclusive and Sustainable Governance”.

    The Summit agenda emphasises the positive role that BRICS can play in shaping a more fair and just multipolar world order and demonstrating global leadership in global health, climate change and AI governance.

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  • MIL-OSI Video: President Cyril Ramaphosa joins other Heads of State and Government for BRICS Summit Family Photo

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    His Excellency President Cyril Ramaphosa joins other Heads of State and Government for the XVII BRICS Summit Family Photo.

    During the XVII BRICS Summit session Heads of State and Government are expected to deliberate on issues pertaining to global governance reform, peace and security, the ongoing humanitarian impact of Israeli military action in Gaza and in conflicts in Sudan, Ukraine, Iran, and advocating for the sustainable resolution of conflicts through diplomacy, inclusive dialogue and a commitment to the United Nations Charter.

    For South Africa, these deliberations will enhance our efforts to further diversify trade and enhance resilience, growth and development.

    The Summit will also look into synergies between BRICS, COP30 and G20 outcomes, including in global governance of artificial intelligence and prioritising climate finance that is just, accessible and transformational.

    South Africa emphasises concrete cooperation that contributes both directly and indirectly to the priorities of a better South Africa, a better Africa, and a better world through its partnership in BRICS.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: FEMA Activates in Texas Following President Trump’s Major Disaster Declaration Announcement

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    FEMA will partner with Texas state and local authorities to provide resources and assist in recovery efforts

    WASHINGTON – Today, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has been activated in Texas following President Trump’s Major Disaster Declaration. 

    Beginning on the evening of July 3, heavy storms across the state of Texas produced rainfall totals between 5 to 15 inches and over 18 inches in some isolated areas, leading to significant flooding, especially in Kerr County located in the Texas Hill Country. 

    “Thank you, President Trump. We are currently deploying federal emergency management resources to Texas first responders, and will work closely with state and local authorities to ensure the people of Texas get the support they need as search efforts continue and recovery begins,” said Secretary Kristi Noem. “Pray for the victims, the families, and our first responders. God bless Texas.”

    The Department of Homeland Security will ensure that state and local authorities have the resources they need to lead a swift and effective response amid this tragic disaster. Secretary Noem was on the ground with Governor Abbott and local leaders on Saturday and will continue to work to make sure Texas has the resources needed to respond and recover. 

    In addition, the United States Coast Guard (USCG) is working around the clock, including overnight, on search and rescue operations. Today, USCG continues to fly two helicopters in the Llano, Texas area and is assisting with two helicopters and three C-144 airplanes equipped with thermal cameras to find more survivors. 850 people have been rescued.

    Individuals who sustained losses in the designated areas should first file claims with their insurance providers and then apply for assistance by registering online at www.DisasterAssistance.gov, by calling 1-800-621-3362 or by using the FEMA App. If you use a relay service, such as video relay service (VRS), captioned telephone service or others, provide FEMA the number for that service. 

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  • BRICS expands footprint, eyes stronger Global South cooperation under Brazil’s 2025 chairship

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    The BRICS grouping, which brings together major emerging economies, has continued to expand its global footprint, adding new members and partners while outlining ambitious plans to deepen cooperation across sectors under Brazil’s ongoing chairship in 2025.

    Originally coined as BRIC by Goldman Sachs in 2001 in its paper The World Needs Better Economic BRICs, the acronym referred to Brazil, Russia, India and China, which the firm projected would occupy larger shares of the global economy in the coming decades. The idea took formal shape in 2006, when the leaders of Russia, India and China met on the sidelines of the G8 Outreach Summit in St. Petersburg. That same year, the first BRIC Foreign Ministers’ meeting was held alongside the UN General Assembly in New York, setting the stage for structured dialogue.

    The first BRIC Summit was hosted in Yekaterinburg, Russia, in 2009. The group became BRICS with the inclusion of South Africa in 2010. South Africa formally joined the third BRICS Summit held in Sanya in 2011.

    More than a decade later, the bloc witnessed its most significant expansion yet. In January 2024, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran and the United Arab Emirates became full members, followed by Indonesia’s entry as a full member in January 2025. Nine other countries — Belarus, Bolivia, Kazakhstan, Cuba, Malaysia, Nigeria, Thailand, Uganda and Uzbekistan — were inducted as BRICS partner countries this year, underlining the group’s growing influence in the Global South.

    Together, the expanded BRICS now represents nearly half of the world’s population, contributes about 40 percent of global GDP, and accounts for roughly a quarter of global trade.

    Two pillars of cooperation

    BRICS functions through two broad mechanisms: consultations on issues of common interest through summits and ministerial meetings, and practical cooperation through working groups and senior officials in sectors such as trade, finance, health, education, science and technology, agriculture, environment, energy, labour, disaster management, anti-corruption and counter-narcotics efforts.

    Business linkages are promoted through the BRICS Business Council and the BRICS Women Business Alliance, while other exchanges span parliamentary forums, conferences and people-to-people initiatives.

    India’s 2021 chairship

    India last held the chairship in 2021, coinciding with the 15th anniversary of the bloc. Operating under the theme ‘BRICS@15: Intra-BRICS Cooperation for Continuity, Consolidation and Consensus’, India set priorities that focused on multilateral reform, counter-terrorism cooperation, digital tools for Sustainable Development Goals and wider people-to-people engagement.

    Over 150 meetings were convened during India’s term, including the Leaders’ Summit held virtually on September 9, 2021, and meetings of Foreign Ministers, National Security Advisers and key sectoral ministers. Several new initiatives were launched, including the first BRICS Digital Health Summit, the first Water Ministers’ Meeting, the adoption of a Counter-Terrorism Action Plan, the launch of the BRICS Alliance for Green Tourism and the signing of an agreement on a BRICS Remote Sensing Satellite Constellation.

    Brazil takes charge in 2025

    Brazil assumed the BRICS chairship on January 1, 2025, under the theme ‘Strengthening Global South Cooperation for More Inclusive and Sustainable Governance’. Brazil’s agenda focuses on deepening partnerships within the Global South and enhancing social, economic and environmental development across member states.

    The priorities for Brazil’s presidency include cooperation on global health, trade, investment and finance, climate change action, governance of artificial intelligence, institutional development and a push for reform of the global peace and security architecture.

    Nearly 120 events are planned under Brazil’s chairship this year, signalling the group’s intent to maintain momentum on issues that resonate with emerging economies.

  • ICC ODI rankings: West Indies slip to 10th spot, automatic qualification for 2027 WC at risk

    Source: Government of India

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    In the latest International Cricket Council (ICC) ODI Rankings, two-time champions West Indies have slipped out of the automatic qualification spots for the 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup, putting them at risk of missing another appearance at the marquee tournament.

    The latest ICC rankings update came after Bangladesh’s victory in the second ODI against Sri Lanka, where they defended a total of 248 runs in Colombo, thanks to a brilliant five-wicket haul from Taijul Islam. The win helped Bangladesh level the three-match series 1-1 and lifted them to ninth place in the men’s ODI team rankings, according to Wisden.

    However, the West Indies still have time to climb back into the required qualification spots before the cutoff date for the World Cup rankings.

    The West Indies have now dropped to the 10th spot and sit outside the automatic qualification places for the 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup. The 2027 edition will feature 14 teams, with South Africa and Zimbabwe automatically qualifying as co-hosts. However, Namibia, the third co-host, will not receive automatic entry as they are not a full ICC member playing Test cricket.

    The top eight teams (excluding the hosts) will qualify based on their ODI rankings as of March 31, 2027. The remaining four spots will be decided through a qualifier tournament featuring 10 teams.

    The Men in Maroon will be keen to avoid the qualifiers, having been forced to play them for the 2023 edition and subsequently missing their first World Cup since the tournament’s inception in 1975, after losing to the Netherlands and Sri Lanka in the qualifiers.

    Elsewhere in the latest ICC ODI Rankings, Sri Lanka dropped to fifth after their loss, while Pakistan moved up to fourth. The ICC Champions Trophy holders India remain at the top with 124 points, followed by second-placed Australia and third-placed New Zealand, who both have 109 rating points.

    (ANI)