Brazil to Build First Smart Public Hospital with BRICS Investment of R$1.7 Billion

Source: O Imparcial | Original Published At: 2026-01-07 18:14:38 UTC

Key Points

• The BRICS New Development Bank (NDB) provides R$1.7 billion for Brazil's first smart public hospital linked to the SUS healthcare system.
• The São Paulo hospital will feature AI-driven diagnostics, 350 connected ICU beds, and digital health infrastructure to reduce wait times.
• The project includes modernizing other SUS hospitals with an additional R$1.2 billion investment, supported by technical collaboration from China and India.
• President Lula emphasizes making cutting-edge healthcare accessible to underserved populations through BRICS financing.
• The 30-year loan reflects BRICS' role in supporting health innovation and infrastructure development in member states.