MoI Union Minister departs for BRICS Media Summit in Russia

A delegation led by Union Minister for Information U Maung Maung Ohn left Yangon yesterday evening to attend the BRICS Media Summit in Moscow, Russia. The Union minister and his delegation were seen off at Yangon International Airport by Russian Ambassador to Myanmar Mr Iskander Azizov, and officials from the Ministry of Information.
BRICS, established in 2009, is an intergovernmental organization representing Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. In 2024, the group expanded to nine members, including Iran, Egypt, Ethiopia, and the UAE. Saudi Arabia, although not yet a member, is actively cooperating with the bloc. BRICS summits are held annually, with member countries rotating as hosts. The 16th BRICS Summit is scheduled for October 2024 in Kazan, Russia, under the leadership of the current president Vladimir Putin.
Initially focused on investment opportunities, BRICS has evolved into a geopolitical forum, emphasizing peace, security, development, and cooperation. The BRICS Media Summit, held annually, promotes information technology collaboration among member nations. This year’s summit, organized by the Russian News Agency (TASS), will take place from 13 to 17 September 2024 at the World Trade Centre in Moscow.
Media heads from BRICS nations and other countries interested in expanding cooperation will attend the event. MRTV Director-General U Ye Naing, NPE Managing Director U Thet Swe, and Director U Han Win Aung accompanied the Union minister. — MNA/TS