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Thailand’s government has approved Thailand’s application to join BRICS. This could make Thailand the first SE Asia nation to join. Thailand is an innovator in the cross border payments and digital currency space. Its central bank has been a key participant in the mBridge cross border payments blockchain project together with the PBOC, central bank of the UAE, the HK monetary authority and the Bank of International Settlements. #brics #thailand #currencymultipolarity

The China Model The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has held an exclusive grip on power for more than 70 years and seen its economy boom in recent decades using a model based on single-party authoritarian political rule married with a state capitalist economic system. Promoting this system to other countries around the world is seen by analysts as a way to cultivate an authoritarian-friendly political bloc that could help Beijing reshape global institutions and counterbalance Western attempts to isolate China with economic sanctions or criticism of its commercial practices, territorial claims, or human rights record. Many of the documents in the report describe training programs on trade-related areas like port management guidelines, adopting BeiDou -- China's answer to the U.S.-created Global Positioning System (GPS) -- and sectors like blockchain and other new technologies. https://lnkd.in/gaW9D9Sf

https://lnkd.in/dAqFT95x BRICS+ economies unite to target the dollar The informal group of emerging markets may lack coherence, but ending the dollar’s dominance has become a theme – and digital currency innovations offer interesting possibilities, writes David Lubin. David Lubin Published 9 September 2024 The looseness of BRICS+ allows countries to see in it what they wish to see. The dollar remains the Qwerty keyboard of the international monetary system: so entrenched it is difficult to imagine life without it. Digital currencies – a viable alternative? One crucial initiative here is ‘mBridge’, a platform developed by the Basel-based Bank for International Settlements, which uses central bank digital currencies, or CBDCs, to make international payments using blockchain technology as an accounting and settlement system.  The big advantage of this is that banks can make payments abroad without having to set up accounts directly with a myriad of banks, and without worrying about the risk that their counterparts abroad will default or fail to process payments on time. The platform itself creates a kind of one-stop shop for international payments. The mBridge initiative brings together the central banks of China, Hong Kong, the UAE, Thailand and Saudi Arabia and this could quite easily be connected to a ‘BRICS Bridge’, a similar CBDC cross-border payments platform proposed recently by the Russian government. 

🌍How can countries build strong foundations before exploring emerging trends like blockchain and AI? How can they safeguard digital rights in light of emerging digital challenges? 📣 Exciting news from Africa! In our latest roundup, we dive into diverse and critical topics, including digitalization gaps, digital rights, a multilingual LLM and AI: https://lnkd.in/eszyd3ba 🌟 Featuring pieces from Paradigm Initiative, Prof. Landry Signé, CDO Magazine, Capitalethiopia, and Gur Geva 🔗 For more insights into digital government news and initiatives in Africa, check out interweave.gov africa here: https://lnkd.in/erbp63nB #digitalgovernment #Africa #GovTech #digitalrights

🚀𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭'𝐬 𝐒𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐞'𝐬 𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐡-𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡? 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐢𝐭 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐚 𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐡 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐰𝐡𝐨 𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐰 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧.   📈 From her tech beginnings in the '90s to leading the Blockchain Association Singapore (BAS) and her recent appointment as President of ST Engineering, Tan Bin Ru’s career trajectory mirrors Singapore's meteoric rise.   🎥In this clip from our conversation with Bin Ru, she shares her unique perspective on the strategies and innovations that have driven the nation's growth, the emerging entrepreneurial ecosystem, and how blockchain is fueling innovation.   ⛓ Exploring the Singapore market? The Blockchain Association Singapore (BAS) plays a pivotal role in supporting regulatory development, aiding businesses, and empowering entrepreneurs.   🌏Follow EmergingCrypto.io on LinkedIn, Twitter, and YouTube, and subscribe to our newsletter to stay up-to-date on web3 from emerging markets 5-minutes a week.   💭 What are your thoughts on Singapore's dynamic growth and its role as a global innovation center? Share your views in the comments!   #Singapore #Blockchain #Entrepreneurship

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🌐 Embracing New Technologies in International Relations 🤝💡  In today's interconnected world, the intersection of technology and international relations is reshaping the way businesses, governments, and professionals collaborate across borders. From AI-driven diplomacy and blockchain for secure trade agreements to big data analytics for global decision-making, technology is enabling smarter, faster, and more inclusive solutions to complex international challenges.  💻 Why should professionals care?  - Enhanced Global Networking: Digital platforms and tools are breaking down barriers, making international partnerships more accessible.   - Data-Driven Decisions: Emerging tech provides real-time insights into global markets, trends, and crises.   - Future-Ready Solutions: Staying ahead in international relations requires adaptability to tech-driven innovations.  🚀 Let’s embrace these advancements to foster greater collaboration, promote sustainable development, and unlock new opportunities on the global stage. 🌍  #InternationalRelations #EmergingTech #Innovation #GlobalBusiness #AI #DataAnalytics #Blockchain #Diplomacy #FutureOfWork

🌐 **Launch of the Cross-Border Data Flow Communication Mechanism between China and the EU** 🔄💻 On **August 27, 2024**, a new chapter in Sino-European relations opened with the **official launch of the cross-border data transfer communication mechanism** 📊. This tool allows the transfer of **non-personal data** between the EU and China, fulfilling the political agreement of 2023. 🤝 **Context of the Agreement**: During the last EU-China summit, **Ursula von der Leyen** and **Charles Michel** expressed **concerns** about the **restrictions imposed** on European companies regarding data export from China. The 2022 Chinese law, which strictly regulates data deemed "important," had created **numerous obstacles** for European companies in the region. 📈 **Objectives of the Mechanism**: - **Facilitate the exchange of non-personal data** between the two economies. - Promote **increased industrial development** and attract more **European investments** in China. - Support **research and development (R&D) activities** by facilitating data access for companies and researchers on both sides. 🔬 This agreement is seen as a strategic advancement for economic and technological relations between the EU and China, allowing European companies to operate more smoothly in a key market while respecting **data security regulations**. 🔗 This mechanism marks an important step towards **strengthened cooperation** in the technological and industrial sectors. 🌍💼 #DataTransfer #ChinaEU #Blockchain #Cooperation #Investments #Innovation #Industry

🧐 Imagine a world where technology bridges the gap between nations 🇺🇳. 📲 Deep tech diplomacy isn't just a buzzword. It's the future. Picture AI-driven platforms translating diplomatic dialogues in real-time, blockchain ensuring transparency in international agreements, and quantum computing safeguarding sensitive information. 🕹️This is about more than just innovation. It's about creating a global village where technology fosters peace, understanding, and cooperation among nations. 🎓But here's the twist: it demands a new breed of diplomats. Tech-savvy, forward-thinking individuals ready to navigate the complexities of geopolitics with the tools of tomorrow. ⚡️Let's start a conversation about the future of international relations. Do you believe in the power of technology to unite the world? Share your thoughts below. #InternationalRelations #Diplomacy #Technology #DeepTechDiplomacy.

Do you agree with this?Trump said yesterday #China and #Russia are not the enemies.... he seems to get the concept of the #Multipolar world! But any president will soon get that new concept now that #BRICS will soon go from 11 to over 50 members..... Xi on the BRICS expansion : The expansion reflects the resolution of the BRICS countries to unite and cooperate with other developing countries, meets the expectations of the international community, and serves the common interests of emerging markets and developing countries, Xi stressed. He added that the expansion will also inject fresh vitality into the BRICS cooperation mechanism, and further strengthen the forces for world peace and development. The BRICS countries all hold important influence and shoulder crucial responsibilities for world peace and development, Xi noted. The expansion can be understood as a move to create a more balanced world order by giving greater prominence to the perspectives of the Global South and making them more central to global discussions. It is therefore crucial to see BRICS+ within the broader context of multilateral frameworks. BRICS is evolving The New Development Bank (NDB), formerly referred to as the BRICS Development Bank, is a multilateral development bank established by the BRICS states (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) .According to the Agreement on the NDB, "the Bank shall support public or private projects through loans, guarantees, equity participation and other financial instruments." Moreover, the NDB "shall cooperate with international organizations and other financial entities, and provide technical assistance for projects to be supported by the Bank. BRICS nations do not as of yet have their own specific digital currency, but a BRICS blockchain-based payment system is in the works!