Brazil signs contract with BRICS Bank to build SUS intelligent hospital
Brazil secures R$1.7 billion from the New Development Bank (BRICS) for a 800-bed smart hospital in São Paulo with AI, 5G, and national healthcare network expansion.
2026
BRICS: Russia, China, and Iran Launch Military Exercises in South Africa
South Africa hosts joint naval drills with Russia, China, and Iran under the BRICS+ framework, drawing criticism from the US and domestic opposition.
Russia Joins China and Iran in BRICS-Led Naval Exercises in South Africa
South Africa hosts joint military drills with Russia, China, and Iran under the BRICS framework, sparking U.S. diplomatic tensions and domestic protests.
BRICS Naval Exercise ‘Vil For Peace 2026’ in South Africa Involves China, Russia, and Iran Warships Amid U.S. Tensions
China, Russia, and Iran’s warships participate in BRICS naval drills near South Africa, focusing on maritime security amid heightened U.S. tensions over Venezuela and geopolitical rivalries.
China, Russia, Iran, and South Africa Conduct Joint Military Exercise
Naval forces from BRICS+ countries participate in ‘Peace Will 2026’ drills amid heightened geopolitical tensions.
China, Russia, Iran send warships to South Africa for BRICS ‘Will for Peace’ 2026 drills
Naval exercises led by China under the BRICS framework involve military cooperation among member states amid geopolitical tensions.
Russian, Chinese, and Iranian warships in South African waters for military exercise
A Russian warship joined Chinese and Iranian vessels in South African waters for a Brics+ military exercise, observed by AFP journalists.
Geopolitical Tensions Surge: Naval Drills Off Cape Town Ignite Controversy
Chinese, Russian, and Iranian warships conduct BRICS-organized naval drills near Cape Town, sparking international and domestic political backlash.
Chinese, Russian, and Iranian Warships Arrive in South Africa for BRICS Naval Drills
Drills aim to enhance maritime safety and cooperation among BRICS nations amid geopolitical tensions.