AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoBRICS Summit Watch: India is gearing up for the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi on Sept 12–13, with heavy security and traffic changes around Bharat Mandapam as leaders including Putin, Xi, Ramaphosa and Ethiopia’s partners are expected to attend. Digital Money Push: Reuters reports India wants BRICS countries to link central bank digital currencies for cross-border payments, but political and technical hurdles could slow progress. Ethiopia’s Tech Sovereignty: Prime Minister Abiy urged African leaders and youth to embrace technological sovereignty and shape Africa’s digital future, tying the message to AU Day and Ethiopia’s AI and digital health push. Media & Diplomacy: Ethiopia’s media cooperation gets a boost as Viory and the Ethiopian News Agency sign an MoU to strengthen media ties. Honorary Doctorate Debate: Amupanda accuses politicians of trading favours for honorary PhDs, calling for tighter rules on who can use the “Dr” title. Arts & Film: Final Cut in Venice wrapped its 14th edition, with Ethiopia-linked African post-production projects among the winners. Sports & Culture: Ethiopian runner Abebe Bikila is remembered for winning Olympic gold on Sept 10, 1960. Climate & Health: WHO and Kenya prepare for El Nino impacts, focusing on flood risk, early warning and outbreak readiness across the region.
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