BRICS meeting: Iran proposes expanding joint scientific infrastructures

Source: EUROPE SAYS | Original Published At: 2025-12-10 13:25:18 UTC

Key Points

• Iran proposed joint development of scientific infrastructures including synchrotrons and the Iranian National Observatory during the BRICS working group meeting.
• The meeting established plans to connect Iran's laboratory network with BRICS laboratory networks for shared access to advanced equipment.
• Delegations from Brazil, China, Egypt, Ethiopia, Indonesia, Russia, India, and UAE participated in discussions about mega-science projects.
• The BRICS GRAIN digital platform was highlighted as a key tool for sharing research infrastructure information across member states.
• Iran emphasized its role in strengthening BRICS scientific cooperation through its technology ecosystem and research capabilities.