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News Date: September 1, 2020

Japanese company successfully tested a manned flying car for the first time.
Sky Drive Inc., a Toyota-backed start-up with a mission for developing flying cars, has conducted the public demonstration on August 25, manned test flight of one its aerial vehicles after years of work. The SD-03, with its glossy white exteriors and sleek aerodynamic body, flew around Toyota Test Field, showing the world that such a thing as flying cars can exist beyond fantasy and fiction.
Sources:https://hypebeast.com

Russia calls on BRICS for economic integration

Russia calls on BRICS countries for tighter economic integration:
the use of BRICS currencies for export-import,
the integration of payment systems and cards,
their own financial messaging system,
and the creation of an independent BRICS rating agency,
according to Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov.
Source: www.reuters.com

UN Urges Debt Relief for Developing Nations

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) warns that the debt crisis in developing nations has reached unprecedented levels, with debt servicing consuming an increasing share of national revenues at the expense of development.
A new policy brief, released ahead of the G20 finance ministers meeting in Cape Town, highlights that 56 developing countries now spend over 10% of their revenue on interest payments, with 17 exceeding 20%, heightening default risks.
Total external public debt for the 31 poorest nations at risk of debt distress is estimated at $205 billion, while global debt servicing reached a record $1.4 trillion in 2023.
UNDP urges immediate reforms, including a more effective debt restructuring framework, systemic relief initiatives, and reduced borrowing costs to prevent a lost decade of development.
The upcoming Financing for Development conference in June will be a key platform for addressing these urgent issues.

Central banks voice support for gold reserves

At the London Bullion Market Association's annual conference in Miami, representatives from three central banks voiced support for increasing gold reserves.
Central banks are eager to diversify their holdings, citing financial and strategic reasons.
With rising inflation, geopolitical tensions, and economic uncertainty, gold is seen as a hedge against risk.
By boosting gold reserves, central banks aim to strengthen their balance sheets and reduce reliance on foreign currencies like the US dollar, signaling a collective shift toward prioritizing gold as a key asset.

Putin Announces BRICS Independent Payment System

Russian President Vladimir Putin announced that BRICS is developing an independent payment system, free from political pressure and external interference.
Speaking at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, Putin emphasized that countries are racing to strengthen their sovereignty against Western hegemony.
He criticized Western nations for their neo-imperialist intentions and highlighted BRICS+ as a counterweight to Western power.
He noted that BRICS has the potential to attract new members and is actively working on a new payment system to avoid political and economic sanctions.

Hong Kong to Become International Gold Trading Hub

John Lee, Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, announced plans to develop Hong Kong into an international gold trading center during his third policy address.
He emphasized that Hong Kong is already one of the largest gold import and export markets by volume.
Given the current geopolitical complexities, Lee highlighted Hong Kong's advantages in security and stability, making it an attractive location for gold investors.
This move is expected to boost related activities such as gold trading, settlement, and delivery.
"This will spur development of the related industry chain, ranging from investment transactions, derivatives, insurance, storage, to trading and logistic services," Lee said.