BRICS Plus: A New Era of Global Diplomacy Emerges from the Heart of the East
2 months ago

BRICS Plus: A New Era of Global Diplomacy Emerges from the Heart of the East

News 18  

BRICS+ emerges as a new force in global diplomacy, signaling a shift away from the US-dominated Western order. The bloc, which has grown from 5 to 20 members, is more diverse and reflects the interests of various countries in the Global South. BRICS+ allows member states to apply collective pressure on the US-led West to win the trust of the Global South. While cynics may continue to doubt the bloc's effectiveness, its emergence is a significant development in the history of global diplomacy.

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Debotri Dhar | With India’s lead, Brics can be a voice for Global South
1 month ago

Debotri Dhar | With India’s lead, Brics can be a voice for Global South

Deccan Chronicle  

The 16th Brics summit, held in Kazan, Russia, on October 22-24, is the talk of the town. For Russian President Vladimir Putin, the Brics summit was an obvious opportunity to push back against Western sanctions over Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, including Washington’s efforts to choke off financial supplies to Moscow, and to lobby for support from the Global South. While …

BRICS contributing to fairer, balanced global order
Top News
1 month, 2 weeks ago

BRICS contributing to fairer, balanced global order

China Daily  

YIN YIYUAN/FOR CHINA DAILY Recent BRICS activities hold substantial promise for reconfiguring the global order toward a model that values equity, inclusivity and sustainable progress. Within BRICS, China actively supports South-South cooperation, which includes development assistance, technology transfer and capacity building among developing countries. China's leadership and commitment to fair, inclusive development ensure BRICS is well-positioned to foster an environment …

BRICS contributing to fairer, balanced global order
Top News
1 month, 2 weeks ago

BRICS contributing to fairer, balanced global order

China Daily  

YIN YIYUAN/FOR CHINA DAILY Recent BRICS activities hold substantial promise for reconfiguring the global order toward a model that values equity, inclusivity and sustainable progress. Within BRICS, China actively supports South-South cooperation, which includes development assistance, technology transfer and capacity building among developing countries. China's leadership and commitment to fair, inclusive development ensure BRICS is well-positioned to foster an environment …

BRICS contributing to fairer, balanced global order
Top News
1 month, 2 weeks ago

BRICS contributing to fairer, balanced global order

China Daily  

By Tahir Farooq | China Daily Global | Updated: 2024-11-07 09:12 YIN YIYUAN/FOR CHINA DAILY Recent BRICS activities hold substantial promise for reconfiguring the global order toward a model that values equity, inclusivity and sustainable progress. Within BRICS, China actively supports South-South cooperation, which includes development assistance, technology transfer and capacity building among developing countries. China's leadership and commitment to …

BRICS: A Gateway to a Brighter Future for the Global South
1 month, 2 weeks ago

BRICS: A Gateway to a Brighter Future for the Global South

China Daily  

BRICS is a platform for countries with similar historical experiences and development challenges to seek strength through unity. BRICS offers a unique channel for these countries to break free from unfair treatment, speak for themselves and defend their rights. BRICS has made global governance fairer, more equitable and inclusive.

India's Pro-West Ambitions Shape BRICS, Shaping Global South Narrative
1 month, 3 weeks ago

India's Pro-West Ambitions Shape BRICS, Shaping Global South Narrative

India Today  

India's engagement with Brics has become a platform for diplomacy and trust-building, showcasing its willingness to balance its relationships with both Western countries and China. The country's strategic participation in the bloc has led to a shift in its geopolitical approach, with India leveraging its opposing bloc to advance its economic, diplomatic, and geopolitical interests. The recent expansion of Brics …

BRICS: A Counterweight to G7 Rich Nations
1 month, 3 weeks ago

BRICS: A Counterweight to G7 Rich Nations

New Indian Express  

The BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia, marked a significant milestone in the bloc's history. It saw the resumption of formal bilateral talks between India and China, signifying a thaw in their frosty relations. The summit also welcomed 13 new countries as partners, taking the BRICS influence and size to greater levels. This expansion is expected to challenge the dominance of …

BRICS: A Counterweight to the Global Powerhouse G7
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

BRICS: A Counterweight to the Global Powerhouse G7

New Indian Express  

The BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia, marked a significant milestone in the bloc's history. It saw the inclusion of 13 new countries as partners, solidifying BRICS's global influence and expanding its economic reach to encompass 2.8 billion people. The summit also saw the resumption of formal bilateral talks between India and China, signifying a thaw in their frosty relations. BRICS …

India's Indispensable Position in BRICS: A Strategic Balancing Act
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1 month, 4 weeks ago

India's Indispensable Position in BRICS: A Strategic Balancing Act

Firstpost  

BRICS summit in Russia highlights India's strategic balancing act between the West and the Rest. The focus is on fostering a counterweight to Western dominance, particularly with China. India seeks flexibility and strategic alternatives through BRICS, showcasing its growing economic prowess and regional leadership. However, managing contradictions with China and balancing the US's exceptionalism remain significant challenges.

BRICS Summit in Kazan: A Message to the World
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1 month, 4 weeks ago

BRICS Summit in Kazan: A Message to the World

The Hindu  

BRICS summit in Kazan highlights the group's intent to seek alternatives to the prevailing international governance structures. The summit saw the participation of nine countries and Saudi Arabia, with a focus on strengthening economic bonds and addressing bilateral issues. India, as a non-Western member, played a crucial balancing role by supporting the Declaration on Israel in Gaza and backing the …

India's Brics Bid: Shaping the Future of Global Governance
1 month, 4 weeks ago

India's Brics Bid: Shaping the Future of Global Governance

Hindustan Times  

India's participation in the 16th Brics summit underscores the country's growing role on the global stage. The summit focused on strengthening multilateralism and amplifying the voices and interests of the Global South, with India playing a pivotal role in this regard. The country's candidacy to host COP33 in 2028 was also welcomed, highlighting its commitment to multilateralism and leadership in …

Xi Jinping Warns of 'Serious Challenges' for BRICS, Stresses Stability and Security
2 months ago

Xi Jinping Warns of 'Serious Challenges' for BRICS, Stresses Stability and Security

The Hindu  

Chinese President Xi Jinping has addressed the BRICS summit, emphasizing the world's challenges and urging the group to be a stabilizing force. He highlighted the common march of the global South towards modernity and called for solutions to the symptoms and root causes of global issues such as peace, security, and conflict. Xi also called for a ceasefire in Gaza …

Xi Calls for Enhanced Cooperation among BRICS Plus Countries to Achieve Common Security and Development
2 months ago

Xi Calls for Enhanced Cooperation among BRICS Plus Countries to Achieve Common Security and Development

China Daily  

Chinese President Xi Jinping urges BRICS Plus countries to uphold peace and achieve common security. Xi emphasizes the collective rise of the Global South and its significance in world history. He calls on BRICS Plus countries to be active drivers of common development, enhance communication and dialogue, and promote people-to-people exchanges and experience-sharing in governance.

BRICS Champions Inclusiveness and Fairness in a Globalized World Order
2 months ago

BRICS Champions Inclusiveness and Fairness in a Globalized World Order

China Daily  

BRICS leaders gather in Kazan, Russia, to discuss the future of global cooperation. The summit aims to consolidate BRICS' role as a truly multilateral platform for international cooperation, with a focus on developing an alternative international payment system to SWIFT and promoting greater say for developing and emerging economies in global governance.

BRICS Champions Inclusiveness and Fairness in a Globalized World
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2 months ago

BRICS Champions Inclusiveness and Fairness in a Globalized World

China Daily  

BRICS leaders gather in Kazan, Russia, to discuss the future of global cooperation. The summit aims to consolidate BRICS' role as a truly multilateral platform for international cooperation, with a focus on developing an alternative international payment system to SWIFT and promoting greater say for developing and emerging economies in global governance.

Full Text: Address by President Xi Jinping at 'BRICS Plus' leaders' dialogue
2 months ago

Full Text: Address by President Xi Jinping at 'BRICS Plus' leaders' dialogue

China Daily  

KAZAN, Russia -- President Xi Jinping on Thursday delivered an important speech at the "BRICS Plus" leaders' dialogue in Kazan, Russia. The following is the full text of the speech: Combining the Great Strength of the Global South To Build Together a Community with a Shared Future for Mankind Remarks by H.E. Global South countries marching together toward modernization is …

Brics: A Unity of Diverse Ideas and Aspirations, Says PM Modi
2 months ago

Brics: A Unity of Diverse Ideas and Aspirations, Says PM Modi

Hindustan Times  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasizes the importance of Brics as a positive force in the world. He highlights the group's commitment to dialogue, diplomacy, and unity in addressing global challenges such as terrorism, climate change, and food security. Modi calls for strong and unanimous cooperation to tackle these issues and prevent radicalisation among the youth. He also emphasizes the need …

BRICS: A Fragmented Grouping or a Threat to the US-led Global Order?
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2 months ago

BRICS: A Fragmented Grouping or a Threat to the US-led Global Order?

News 18  

BRICS is a significant geopolitical bloc with the potential to challenge the US-led global order. While the group has emerged as a counter to Western financial hegemony, it is also fragmented in terms of viewpoints, with Russia and China being more aligned on anti-Western rhetoric than other members. India's strategic autonomy and the hunt for alternatives to Western sanctions further …

BRICS: A Catalyst for Fairness and Justice in the Global South
2 months ago

BRICS: A Catalyst for Fairness and Justice in the Global South

China Daily  

The BRICS summit in Kazan, Russia, is a non-West initiative that is gaining strength and significance. The summit is a facilitator of fairness and justice for the Global South, and it is open to Western countries. The grouping's goal is to promote fair economic globalization and improve global governance. Some Western politicians have cast BRICS in an anti-West light, but …

BRICS not anti-West but a facilitator of fairness and justice for Global South: China Daily editorial
2 months ago

BRICS not anti-West but a facilitator of fairness and justice for Global South: China Daily editorial

China Daily  

A view shows a banner with the logo of the annual BRICS summit next to the Kazan Kremlin in Kazan, Russia on Oct 22. That the Kazan summit is witnessing the initial four BRIC members in Yekaterinburg, Russia, in 2009 increase more than twofold — not to mention the presence of major countries from all continents barring Oceania — cannot …

Putin to Host Global Summit in Kazan: A Show of Strength Against the West
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2 months ago

Putin to Host Global Summit in Kazan: A Show of Strength Against the West

Firstpost  

Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to host a major international summit in Kazan, Russia, in 2024 to showcase Russia's strength and resilience against the West. The summit will bring together 22 world leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Chinese President Xi Jinping, and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, to discuss global issues and challenges. Putin will use the summit …

BRICS Faces New Challenges as It Expands to 10 Countries
2 months ago

BRICS Faces New Challenges as It Expands to 10 Countries

China Daily  

BRICS' expansion presents both opportunities and challenges for the bloc. As the number of member states increases, so does the complexity of the group's decision-making process. The rise in diversity also poses a challenge to maintaining unity and cooperation. BRICS must find ways to address these challenges and ensure that the bloc remains a relevant and effective platform for cooperation …

BRICS Faces New Challenges as It Expands to 10 Members
2 months ago

BRICS Faces New Challenges as It Expands to 10 Members

China Daily  

BRICS' expansion presents both opportunities and challenges for the bloc. With the inclusion of Egypt, Iran, the United Arab Emirates, Ethiopia and Saudi Arabia, BRICS faces new challenges from both the current international order and the expanding club itself. The success of BRICS depends on how effectively the member states navigate these external pressures and internal differences. The rise in …

PM Modi to Hold Bilateral Talks with BRICS Leaders in Kazan Summit
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2 months ago

PM Modi to Hold Bilateral Talks with BRICS Leaders in Kazan Summit

India Today  

Indian Ambassador to Russia, Vinay Kumar, says that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to hold bilateral meetings with his counterparts from the BRICS member states during the Kazan Summit. The Summit will provide a crucial platform to address global challenges such as economic cooperation, climate change, and international security.

BRICS: A Beacon of Hope for the Global South in a Volatile World
2 months ago

BRICS: A Beacon of Hope for the Global South in a Volatile World

China Daily  

The BRICS Summit is a gathering of 15 countries in Africa and Asia who are seeking to join the grouping. BRICS is a non-aligned grouping that believes in human values, respects diversity, and upholds multilateralism. The group is seen as a way for the Global South to unite and work together to preserve their sovereignty and territorial integrity. BRICS offers …

BRICS: A Beacon of Hope for the Global South in a Volatile World
2 months ago

BRICS: A Beacon of Hope for the Global South in a Volatile World

China Daily  

The BRICS Summit is a gathering of 15 countries in Africa, Asia, and Latin America to discuss the potential admission of new members. The summit is a response to the escalating conflicts and tensions in the world, and BRICS is seen as a beacon of hope for the Global South. The author argues that BRICS is a grouping that upholds …

BRICS Embraces a New Era of Unity and Self-Improvement for the Global South
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2 months ago

BRICS Embraces a New Era of Unity and Self-Improvement for the Global South

China Daily  

The BRICS Summit in Kazan marks a new era for the grouping, with the inclusion of Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, and the United Arab Emirates. The summit aims to promote a more inclusive international financial settlement system, build new communication channels, and develop mechanisms for long-term investment. However, for countries that prioritize a rules-based world order, the meeting is a thorn …

What to Know About the BRICS Group of Countries Rivaling the G-7
2 months ago

What to Know About the BRICS Group of Countries Rivaling the G-7

Bloomberg  

The BRICS group of emerging-market powers — the acronym stands for Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa — has gone from a slogan dreamed up at an investment bank two decades ago to a real-world club that controls a multilateral lender. It almost doubled in size in 2024, pairing several major energy producers with some of the biggest consumers …

Age of consensual multipolarity
4 months, 1 week ago

Age of consensual multipolarity

China Daily  

MA XUEJING/CHINA DAILY BRICS+ is emerging as a catalyst for a new type of international relations to ensure diverse voices and interests are respected, contributing to a more stable and just global community One can hardly deny that multipolarity is a defining trend in world politics today, leading the shift away from US hegemony and toward a more distributed power …

Age of consensual multipolarity
4 months, 1 week ago

Age of consensual multipolarity

China Daily  

MA XUEJING/CHINA DAILY BRICS+ is emerging as a catalyst for a new type of international relations to ensure diverse voices and interests are respected, contributing to a more stable and just global community One can hardly deny that multipolarity is a defining trend in world politics today, leading the shift away from US hegemony and toward a more distributed power …

Dialogue crucial for global vitality: China Daily editorial
6 months, 1 week ago

Dialogue crucial for global vitality: China Daily editorial

China Daily  

Foreign Ministers Naledi Pandor of South Africa, Wang Yi of China, Sergei Lavrov of Russia, Mauro Vieira of Brazil and Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan of the United Arab Emirates pose for a group photo during a meeting of foreign ministers of the BRICS group of nations, in the city of Nizhny Novgorod, Russia June 10, 2024. This is …

Global majority remakes mankind's future
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Global majority remakes mankind's future

China Daily  

MA XUEJING/CHINA DAILY Under the leadership of a strong Global South, we will see the emergence of a multipolar world where all nations are equal and there are no wars The Global South should now be called the "global majority" to do justice to its socio-economic, geopolitical and civilizational impact on the shape of things to come in this world. …

Nationally focused NGOs ‘will be priority at BRICS-Civil’ meet in July
10 months ago

Nationally focused NGOs ‘will be priority at BRICS-Civil’ meet in July

The Hindu  

Nationally oriented NGOs will find prominence at the BRICS-Civil 2024 to be held in Moscow from July 3-4, according to a Russian organiser Dr. Victoria Panova, head of the BRICS Expert Council of Russia. “We are focusing on fair and just development, sovereign, economic and financial development, information security and digital development, public health and human wellbeing, heritage preservation, ecology …

BRICS Doubles in Size with Admission of 5 New Members; Putin Hints at Further Expansion
11 months, 3 weeks ago

BRICS Doubles in Size with Admission of 5 New Members; Putin Hints at Further Expansion

News 18  

The BRICS bloc of top emerging economies, including India, Russia and China, has announced induction of five full members into it in an attempt to expand its strategic heft against the backdrop of Western dominance in world affairs. As Moscow assumed the presidency of BRICS, Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday said the grouping has become a 10-nation body now …

BRICS Expansion: Five including Iran, Saudi Arabia & UAE join bloc
11 months, 3 weeks ago

BRICS Expansion: Five including Iran, Saudi Arabia & UAE join bloc

Firstpost  

In a move to enhance its strategic influence in response to the prevailing dominance of the West in global affairs, the BRICS bloc of top emerging economies, including India, Russia and China has announced the induction of five full members. As Russia took on the BRICS presidency, President Vladimir Putin declared on Monday that the group has now expanded to …

Bloc key platform for cooperation among economies
1 year ago

Bloc key platform for cooperation among economies

China Daily  

China Daily When I was given an assignment to cover the BRICS Summit in South Africa in August, I was overjoyed. By the close of the meeting on Aug 24 the Johannesburg summit had achieved a milestone for the BRICS grouping, the key highlight being the agreement to admit six new member countries. The expectations for the summit as well …

BRICS expansion: Shaping global dynamics and India's strategic role
1 year, 2 months ago

BRICS expansion: Shaping global dynamics and India's strategic role

Hindustan Times  

In the recent 15th BRICS Summit, the grouping took a major step in expanding its reach and influence with the announcement that six more nations have been invited to join as new members. As the BRICS operates based on consensus-driven decision-making, attaining consensus among eleven countries characterized by diverse economies, geographical locations, and interests proves to be substantially more challenging …

Winds of change in global governance | Global South
1 year, 3 months ago

Winds of change in global governance | Global South

The Hindu  

September 17, 2023 02:02 am | Updated 02:02 am IST After decades of being ignored, it would seem that the Global South has come into vogue. At the G-20 summit in Delhi this month, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said it was the Global South’s priorities that drove India’s Presidency, and with developing countries Indonesia, India, Brazil and South Africa as …

The implications of the expansion of BRICS
1 year, 3 months ago

The implications of the expansion of BRICS

The Hindu  

On August 24, the 15th BRICS summit in Johannesburg announced that the five-member grouping had invited six new members — Iran, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates from West Asia; Egypt and Ethiopia from Africa, and Argentina from Latin America. BRICS challenges this West-led world order: it promotes intra-BRICS economic and political cooperation, builds institutions outside western control, and …

In charts: The math behind Brics expansion
1 year, 3 months ago

In charts: The math behind Brics expansion

Live Mint  

When economist Jim O'Neill came up with the term ‘BRIC’ in 2001, little did he know that the acronym would become the groundwork for an ambitious alliance of the world’s highest-potential large economies. With the inclusion of Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, the revamped BRICS had around 30% share in India’s total trade in 2022-23. Experts point out …

Johannesburg summit a historic milestone in Global South unity
1 year, 3 months ago

Johannesburg summit a historic milestone in Global South unity

China Daily  

WANG XIAOYING/CHINA DAILY The recently concluded BRICS Summit in Johannesburg took a significant step toward building a new international order in which developing and emerging market economies will determine the relationship framework. That the Johannesburg summit was attended by representatives of 55 developing countries shows the Global South is on the way to building a fair, just and equitable world …

Johannesburg summit a historic milestone in Global South unity
1 year, 3 months ago

Johannesburg summit a historic milestone in Global South unity

China Daily  

WANG XIAOYING/CHINA DAILY The recently concluded BRICS Summit in Johannesburg took a significant step toward building a new international order in which developing and emerging market economies will determine the relationship framework. That the Johannesburg summit was attended by representatives of 55 developing countries shows the Global South is on the way to building a fair, just and equitable world …

BRICS expansion: A warning to the US, but not a ‘new Cold War’
1 year, 3 months ago

BRICS expansion: A warning to the US, but not a ‘new Cold War’

Al Jazeera  

BRICS is alluring to aspiring members precisely because it does not require them to commit to an alliance. As economic tensions soar and geoeconomics becomes a battleground, countries of the Global South seem drawn to the BRICS group, which includes and is partially led by China. This new environment presents the nations of the Global South with options about how …

ANALYSIS - Does Brics expansion mean a new global order?
1 year, 3 months ago

ANALYSIS - Does Brics expansion mean a new global order?

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. And if it is expanding, that means that there …

The BRICS bloc is riven with tensions
1 year, 3 months ago

The BRICS bloc is riven with tensions

Hindustan Times  

LIKE THE iPod and MySpace, the BRICS bloc is a product of the benign optimism of the 2000s. Cyril Ramaphosa, South Africa’s president, will be joined by leaders including Narendra Modi of India, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva of Brazil and China’s Xi Jinping. Were he to attend, then South Africa, as a member of the International Criminal Court, would …

Concrete alliance: The Hindu Editorial on the BRICS grouping and its expansion
1 year, 3 months ago

Concrete alliance: The Hindu Editorial on the BRICS grouping and its expansion

The Hindu  

If there was any doubt about the relevance of the BRICS grouping, which held its 15th Summit in Johannesburg this week, the massive global interest in its outcomes should have put those to rest. Ever since the grouping, set up as a coalition of emerging economies, said last year that it was open to new members, as many as 40 …

India, China and a Mightier BRICS: Winners All Around, Except the West - News18
1 year, 3 months ago

India, China and a Mightier BRICS: Winners All Around, Except the West - News18

News 18  

As of August 24, 2023, in its 15th summit since the first in 2009, BRICS will not be the same. What India Got India has positioned itself in a sweet spot, maintaining heightened relevance among BRICS nations, while also preparing ground for hosting a G20 summit two weeks later. India’s concerns revolved around how new members, out of the 22 …

Iran, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Argentina, Egypt and Ethiopia to join China and Russia in BRICS bloc
1 year, 3 months ago

Iran, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Argentina, Egypt and Ethiopia to join China and Russia in BRICS bloc

ABC  

Iran and Saudi Arabia were among six countries invited to join the BRICS bloc of developing economies in a move that showed signs of strengthening a China-Russia coalition as tensions with the West spiral higher. Key points: More than 20 countries had formally applied to join BRICS ahead of the this year's summit and more than 20 others had expressed …

News Analysis | BRICS now a non-western grouping with the induction of six more member nations
1 year, 3 months ago

News Analysis | BRICS now a non-western grouping with the induction of six more member nations

The Hindu  

BRICS summit By doubling its number of members, from five to eleven in one quick sweep, the BRICS grouping has strengthened its position as a global grouping to be reckoned with. In addition, the choice of countries, bringing in four major players from the ‘Middle East region’: Egypt, Iran, Saudi Arabia and UAE, apart from Ethiopia and Argentina from Africa …

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