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Overview of IDEAS

IDEAS is an academic institution and platform committed to advancing the frontiers of the digital economy under the framework of the “BRICS New Industrial Revolution Partnership” initiated at the 12th BRICS Summit. Headquartered in China-BRICS Science & Innovation Incubation Park, Xiamen, China, we bring together experts from various industries and disciplines to shape the future of digital transformation for BRICS+ Countries. With a commitment to professional excellence, IDEAS conducts policy coordination, project development and talent cultivation. Our mission is to leverage the power of cutting-edge technology, especially Artificial Intelligence (AI) to drive sustainable growth and foster integration among BRICS+ member countries.

Expertise in Action

Digital Economy: Dive into how we’re influencing global businesses and industries through e-commerce innovations, data analytics, and emerging digital platforms.

Artificial Systems: Explore our pioneering work in AI and ML technologies, from large language models to autonomous systems, setting new standards for social sustainability and economic growth.

Academic Excellence

IDEAS is committed to academic excellence, hosting high-impact research, seminars, and the prestigious “Sustainable Digital Development” journal in collaboration with Tsinghua University.

Our academic endeavors are dedicated to addressing the challenges and seizing opportunities in the digital and artificial systems arena.

 

Collaboration for Impact

At IDEAS, collaboration is the key to innovation. We partner with industry leaders, academic institutions, and government bodies to translate research into impactful, real-world applications.

 Join us in accelerating the digital and artificial intelligence revolution.

A Trusted Partner

With a global network spanning across BRICS+ countries and a deep understanding of the Chinese market, IDEAS is your gateway to the future of the digital economy. We invite entities from academia, industry, and government to discover synergies and collaborate on transformative projects.

 

Our Team

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At IDEAS, our strength lies in the diversity and expertise of our team. From the visionary guidance of Industry Advisors and the seamless coordination by our Administrative Team to the innovative research conducted by our Assistants, Experts, Scholars, and Academicians, each member plays a crucial role in advancing the frontiers of the digital economy and artificial systems. Discover the individuals making a global impact through their dedication to excellence in digital transformation.

Engage with our esteemed Experts and Scholars, whose expertise illuminates the path of digital and artificial system advancements. Their thought leadership propels IDEAS and the global community towards a brighter, more inclusive digital future.

Meet the dynamic team behind the seamless operations of IDEAS. From orchestrating collaborations to ensuring our mission’s success, they keep our innovation engine running.

Honor the distinguished Academicians whose visionary research and dedicated mentorship elevate our understanding and application of digital technologies. Their contributions lay the groundwork for future innovations and academic excellence.

Dive into the world of our Research Assistants, where curiosity meets innovation. These emerging minds are at the core of our groundbreaking projects, pushing the boundaries of digital economy and AI research.

Tap into the wealth of experience our Industry Advisors and Consultants bring from the forefront of digital transformation. Discover the minds shaping our strategic direction and pioneering our approach to global digital economy challenges.

BRICS is an intergovernmental organization comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, UAE, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran and Saudi Arabia.

Originally identified to highlight investment opportunities, the grouping evolved into a cohesive geopolitical bloc, with their governments meeting annually at formal summits and coordinating multilateral policies since 2009.

Bilateral relations among BRICS are conducted mainly on the basis of non-interference, equality, and mutual benefit.

The term BRIC was originally developed in the context of foreign investment strategies. It was introduced in the 2001 publication, Building Better Global Economic BRICs by then-chairman of Goldman Sachs Asset Management, Jim O’Neill

 

 

Pillar of BRICS Cooperation

Dive into the core of BRICS collaboration, focusing on Science, Technology, Education, Trade, Investment, and Economy, fostering global innovation and sustainable growth

Goals and Visions

Advancing BRICS cooperation in digitization, innovation, and investment for economic growth and a ‘Golden Decade’ of collaboration

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Why Xiamen

Xiamen, a national high-tech and innovation zone in China, is a dynamic platform for BRICS+ partner countries to bridge their global businesses in China. The local government actively promotes foreign investment through various measures, such as opening wider to foreign investment, attracting and retaining talents, and optimizing the business environment. Key industries that Xiamen actively seeks foreign investment in include flat panel display, optoelectronic products, computers and communication devices, IC, mechanical equipment, new materials, biopharmaceutical and health industry, tourism and MICE, modern logistics, software and information service, and the marine economy.

At IDEAS, based in Xiamen, we have a diverse team of experts from around the world who are dedicated to fostering bilateral and multilateral innovative cooperation with bodies from BRICS+ countries. We provide a skilled and neutral platform for foreign partners to invest and innovate in a wide range of industries and sectors. In addition to our main office in Xiamen, we have additional offices in Beijing, Chengdu, and Moscow. Furthermore, we have plans to expand our presence by opening new offices in Delhi and Dubai in 2024, and in other BRICS member countries in the future.

IDEAS Journey

IDEAS is at the forefront of innovation, fostering collaboration between leading institutions worldwide. With strategic partnerships across BRICS nations, we drive advancements in sustainable industrial technologies and shape the future of the global economy. Join us in redefining innovation and progress.

A Global Partnership for a New Industrial Revolution

IDEAS brings together global experts to drive industrial innovation and sustainable progress. Through collaboration, we shape the future of technology and economic growth.

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Initial Agreement
At the 12th BRICS Summit, all member states agreed to establish a BRICS innovation base for the Partnership on New Industrial Revolution (PartNIR) in Xiamen, China.
Memorandum Signed
During the 2020 BRICS Forum on PartNIR, Xiamen University, and Lomonosov Moscow State University signed a memorandum of cooperation on the joint establishment of IDEAS in Xiamen.
IDEAS Center Unveiled
During the 2021 BRICS Forum on PartNIR, with the support of BRICS+ countries’ governmental representatives, Xiamen University and Moscow State University jointly unveiled the plaque for the IDEAS Center.
BRICS Innovation Base
At the 2022 BRICS Forum on Partnership for the New Industrial Revolution, IDEAS, Peking University, and Tsinghua University signed a cooperative agreement to advance collaboration.
Innovation Award
IDEAS co-organized the 2023 BRICS Forum on PartNIR and received an award in the BRICS Industrial Innovation Contest 2023.
Council Meeting
Xiamen Municipal People’s Government, Xiamen University, and Lomonosov Moscow State University signed a supplementary agreement to further the joint establishment of IDEAS.
Expanded Collaboration
The first meeting of the inaugural IDEAS Council was convened.
Council’s Second Meeting
The second meeting of the inaugural IDEAS Council took place.
New Research Initiative
IDEAS signed a cooperation agreement with the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, to jointly establish a research initiative focused on advancing innovation in sustainable industrial technologies under the BRICS PartNIR framework.
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