Archive · 23 Jul 2026
India Hosts BRICS Network University Conference
India hosted a virtual conference for the BRICS Network University, bringing together representatives from several countries.
They discussed how to work together better in higher education and research.
They talked about traditional and indigenous knowledge, making sure it's shared fairly and ethically.
They also made plans for the future, including a new website and more collaboration.
Everyone agreed to keep working together to make the BRICS Network University a leader in education and research.
India hosted the BRICS Network University Conference and International Governing Board Meeting virtually.
Representatives from Brazil, China, Egypt, Indonesia, Iran, Russia, South Africa, and the United Arab Emirates attended.
The conference focused on traditional and indigenous knowledge systems and ethical governance.
Guiding principles and an action plan for 2025-2028 were developed.
The meeting reaffirmed the commitment to strengthening the BRICS Network University.
- Who
- Representatives from BRICS member countries, including Brazil, China, Egypt, Indonesia, Iran, Russia, South Africa, and the United Arab Emirates, along with university leaders, academics, and experts.
- What
- BRICS Network University Conference and International Governing Board Meeting.
- When
- Monday and Tuesday.
- Where
- Virtual.
- Why
- To strengthen collaboration in higher education, research, and innovation.
Enhanced Academic Collaboration
Ethical Governance and Benefit-Sharing
Academic Collaboration
Enhanced Academic Collaboration
Strengthening academic cooperation, collaborative research, and institutional partnerships.
Ethical Governance and Benefit-Sharing
Ensuring ethical governance, community ownership, and equitable benefit-sharing.
- Event
- BRICS Network University Conference
- Date
- Monday and Tuesday
- Location
- Virtual
- Participants
- Representatives from Brazil, China, Egypt, Indonesia, Iran, Russia, South Africa, and the United Arab Emirates
- Focus
- Traditional and Indigenous Knowledge Systems
- Outcome
- Guiding principles and action plan for 2025-2028