Sci Policy news — September 13, 2026

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1. WorldMiddle EastSci Policy

   Sep 13, 2026, 12:51 UTC

   

   South Korea Tightens Espionage Law to Protect Chip Technology

   South Korea's espionage laws have been expanded to cover all foreign countries, not just North Korea, in an effort to protect its strategic technologies, particularly in the semiconductor sector. The new law, which took effect on September 13, introduces a minimum prison term of three years for espionage-related offenses. This move comes amid increasing global competition in semiconductor and AI technologies, and follows several high-profile cases of technology leaks, including a 2021 prosecution involving Samsung Electronics.

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2. ScienceChinaSci PolicyEnergy Sci

   Sep 13, 2026, 11:58 UTC

   

   Xi Jinping Urges BRICS Nations to Deepen AI Cooperation

   Chinese President Xi Jinping has called on BRICS countries to strengthen cooperation in artificial intelligence (AI) and proposed several initiatives to advance this goal. These include promoting open and inclusive AI development, simplifying trade and investment procedures, collaborating in the digital industry and smart manufacturing, and training scientific and technical personnel. Xi also emphasized the need to create a global governance system for AI with broad consensus.

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3. WorldMiddle EastChinaSci Policy

   Sep 13, 2026, 11:40 UTC

   

   Malaysia and Iran Strengthen Economic Ties Amidst Geopolitical Challenges

   Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim met with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on the sidelines of the BRICS summit in New Delhi. They discussed expanding bilateral trade and investment, particularly in energy, agriculture, palm oil, food security, halal economy, technology, and higher education. Anwar expressed concern over escalating tensions in West Asia and the importance of maintaining freedom and security in the Strait of Hormuz. Both leaders agreed to strengthen their countries' relations.

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4. WorldBillMiddle EastSci Policy

   Sep 13, 2026, 05:18 UTC

   

   South African President Calls for Accountability Over Palestine, Sudan, Iran

   South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, addressing the BRICS summit in India, urged accountability for violations of international law in Palestine, Sudan, and Iran. He criticized the selective application of international law and called for UN Security Council reform.

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5. ScienceBiologySci Policy

   Sep 13, 2026, 03:55 UTC

   

   Russian TB Vaccine Enters Phase III Trials

   The Gamaleya Research Institute's tuberculosis vaccine has entered Phase III clinical trials, according to its scientific director, Alexander Gintsburg. This phase involves thousands of patients and aims to confirm the vaccine's benefits on a large scale. Statistical data processing is currently underway.

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6. WorldBillMiddle EastSci PolicyNuclear

   Sep 13, 2026, 02:33 UTC

   

   Iranian President Denies Nuclear Arms Pursuit, Criticizes Israel and US

   In multiple interviews and statements, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian rejected allegations that Iran is seeking nuclear weapons, asserting that its nuclear program operates within international frameworks and has been extensively monitored. He criticized Israel and the US for targeting civilian infrastructure and accused them of 'state terrorism' in the Middle East.

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7. WorldMiddle EastBudgetSci Policy

   Sep 13, 2026, 00:43 UTC

   

   Peru's Pension Systems: Switching Between ONP and AFP from June 2027

   Starting June 1, 2027, affiliates of Peru's pension systems (ONP and AFP) will be able to switch between regimes using the Secure and Transparent Affiliation Platform (PAST). The process is voluntary, informed, and transparent, with a minimum 24-month stay in the new regime for subsequent transfers. Pensioners for retirement or disability cannot transfer. The first transfer can be requested anytime after the established date.

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