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 human values, respects diversity, and upholds multilateralism, which is in stark contrast to other blocs' policies. BRICS offers many opportunities for the Turkish economy, including access to a huge market and low-cost energy. However, to join BRICS, Turkiye needs to change its pro-Western foreign policy and build trust with existing BRICS members.

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Africa sees growing drive to join BRICS
1 week, 6 days ago

Africa sees growing drive to join BRICS

China Daily  

The increasing number of African countries seeking to join the BRICS group signifies a strategic shift by the continent aimed at deepening its influence in the global community and securing new economic pathways for the future, analysts say. With Ethiopia and Egypt being the latest African countries to join BRICS this year, Kenya's President William Ruto has also expressed interest …

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 …

The BRICS journey — gaining heft while in transition
1 month, 2 weeks ago

The BRICS journey — gaining heft while in transition

The Hindu  

How things change within a year. Russia’s President Vladimir Putin made only a brief digital appearance at the BRICS 2023 summit in Johannesburg, despite host South Africa’s decision to provide him diplomatic immunity against an ICC-issued arrest warrant linked to the Ukraine war. Post-summit, the Russian projection was that this grouping represents the ‘Global Majority.’ This transition trajectory needs 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 …

BRICS Gathers Pace as Shared Grievances Fuel Diplomatic Talks in Kazan
1 month, 4 weeks ago

BRICS Gathers Pace as Shared Grievances Fuel Diplomatic Talks in Kazan

Hindustan Times  

BRICS summit shows growing momentum as new members join the group. The summit scored diplomatic wins, with the presence of key leaders signaling a shift in the global economic landscape. While BRICS' track record is mixed, the growing number of members and the increasing focus on trade and finance suggest that the group is gaining traction. However, challenges to overcome, …

Arabs Optimistic About BRICS Rebalancing Global Order
2 months ago

Arabs Optimistic About BRICS Rebalancing Global Order

China Daily  

Arabs are optimistic about the rebalancing of the global order, with BRICS playing a more active role in safeguarding multilateralism and refining the world system. The bloc's growing momentum and influence, coupled with the increasing global challenges, have prompted Arab states to seek closer policy coordination with BRICS members. BRICS provides a platform for Arab states to have close policy …

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.

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 …

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 …

India's BRICS Membership: A Strategic Gambit for a Multipolar World
2 months ago

India's BRICS Membership: A Strategic Gambit for a Multipolar World

News 18  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the 16th BRICS Summit in Russia underscores the importance of the grouping for India. With India's growing economic and strategic influence, the BRICS expansion presents an opportunity to strengthen its global standing. India's participation would allow it to leverage the grouping's platform to promote a multipolar world, counterbalance the Western-led global order, and enhance …

BRICS Summit: Paving the Way for an Inclusive International Order
2 months ago

BRICS Summit: Paving the Way for an Inclusive International Order

China Daily  

The 16th BRICS Summit will take place in Kazan, Russia from Tuesday to Thursday. The meeting, the first of its kind since the group's expansion, will have leaders from the new member countries join the discussions. BRICS promotes multilateralism and advocates for a fairer and more inclusive international order that reflects the political, demographic and economic weight of the countries …

BRICS Summit: Paving the Way for an Inclusive International Order
2 months ago

BRICS Summit: Paving the Way for an Inclusive International Order

China Daily  

The 16th BRICS Summit will take place in Kazan, Russia from Tuesday to Thursday. The meeting, the first of its kind since the group's expansion, will have leaders from the new member countries join the discussions. BRICS promotes multilateralism and advocates a fairer and more inclusive international order that reflects the political, demographic and economic weight of the countries of …

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 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 …

Turkiye's BRICS application shows attractiveness of grouping
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Turkiye's BRICS application shows attractiveness of grouping

China Daily  

Turkiye has reportedly submitted a formal application to join BRICS, which, if approved, would add another important emerging economy to the grouping. Since its establishment in 2006, BRICS has always served as an important platform for promoting cooperation among emerging markets and developing countries. With about 28 percent of the global economy, about 45 percent of the world's population, and …

Turkey seeks to join the BRICS bloc of emerging economies, a Kremlin official says
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Turkey seeks to join the BRICS bloc of emerging economies, a Kremlin official says

Associated Press  

MOSCOW — NATO member Turkey has applied for membership in the BRICS bloc of developing economies, a senior Kremlin official said Wednesday, as Russia and China seek to counter the West’s global influence. Yuri Ushakov, President Vladimir Putin’s foreign affairs aide, told reporters that Turkey has submitted an application “for full membership” in the bloc that Russia this year chairs, …

Turkey seeks to join BRICS bloc of emerging economies, Russia says
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Turkey seeks to join BRICS bloc of emerging economies, Russia says

LA Times  

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, pictured in April, has stated several times that his country aspires to become a member of the BRICS alliance, a spokesman said. NATO member Turkey has applied for membership in the BRICS bloc of developing economies, a senior Kremlin official said Wednesday, as Russia and China seek to counter the West’s global influence. Turkish President …

Turkey wants to join the BRICS bloc of developing economies, official confirms
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Turkey wants to join the BRICS bloc of developing economies, official confirms

Associated Press  

ANKARA, Turkey — A senior official on Tuesday confirmed a report that Turkey wants to join the BRICS bloc of developing economies but stopped short of declaring that the NATO country had formally applied for membership. Asked about the report, Omer Celik, spokesman for Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s ruling party, said Erdogan has stated “several times” that Turkey aspires …

'The process is now under way': Turkey submits request to join BRICS nations
3 months, 2 weeks ago

'The process is now under way': Turkey submits request to join BRICS nations

Firstpost  

“Our president has many times stated that we want to become a BRICS member… The process is now under way,” said Omer Celik, spokesman for the ruling Justice and Development Party Turkey has submitted a request to join the BRICS group of major emerging market nations, the spokesman of ruling party of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Tuesday. “Our president …

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 …

Balancing an inflated membership
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Balancing an inflated membership

China Daily  

Ma Xuejing/CHINA DAILY Successful handling of internal relations requires BRICS to become the center stage for global South-South cooperation, instead of a confrontational leverage against the US-led West At the beginning of 2024, BRICS underwent a historic expansion. As Middle Eastern countries increasingly seek economic reform, political independence and diplomatic diversification in regional and global affairs, joining the BRICS is …

Balancing an inflated membership
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Balancing an inflated membership

China Daily  

Ma Xuejing/CHINA DAILY Successful handling of internal relations requires BRICS to become the center stage for global South-South cooperation, instead of a confrontational leverage against the US-led West At the beginning of 2024, BRICS underwent a historic expansion. As Middle Eastern countries increasingly seek economic reform, political independence and diplomatic diversification in regional and global affairs, joining the BRICS is …

Malaysia submits application for BRICS membership: PM Anwar
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Malaysia submits application for BRICS membership: PM Anwar

China Daily  

KUALA LUMPUR -- Malaysia has sent an application to Russia, the chair, to join the BRICS group, the country's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said on Sunday. Malaysia's desire to join the BRICS organization was the main essence of discussions with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, who called on Anwar as part of a two-day working visit, the prime minister's office …

Bigger BRICS building a multipolar world: China Daily editorial
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Bigger BRICS building a multipolar world: China Daily editorial

China Daily  

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced on Sunday that Malaysia has officially applied to join the greater BRICS grouping. While some in the West tend to increasingly view the swelling BRICS as an anti-West geopolitical tool, particularly against the backdrop of the Ukraine crisis and the United States' China-containment strategy, with Russia and China being members of the organization, they …

BRICS ties eyed as multipolar trend emerges
6 months ago

BRICS ties eyed as multipolar trend emerges

China Daily  

The significant interest of Bolivia and Nicaragua joining the BRICS group highlights the growing economic ties with the group's members, in particular with China, while reducing their dependency on Western economies, say experts. "The involvement of countries like Bolivia and Nicaragua in BRICS has the potential to rebalance economic influences and create a more multipolar global economy," said Gabriel Merino, …

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 …

India welcomes Egypt, Iran, UAE, Saudi Arabia and Ethiopia as new BRICS members
6 months, 2 weeks ago

India welcomes Egypt, Iran, UAE, Saudi Arabia and Ethiopia as new BRICS members

India TV News  

Moscow: India on Monday welcomed Egypt, Iran, UAE, Saudi Arabia and Ethiopia as new members of the BRICS grouping as their representatives attended a key meeting of the bloc hosted by Russia, which took over the year-long membership of BRICS on January 1. The ministers at the meeting welcomed "the active participation of the new members of BRICS, the Ministers …

Russia Welcomes Turkey's Interest to Join BRICS Membership
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Russia Welcomes Turkey's Interest to Join BRICS Membership

News 18  

Russia welcomes Turkey’s reported desire to become part of the BRICS group of nations, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Tuesday, saying the subject would be on the agenda of the organisation’s next summit. Peskov said there was heightened interest in BRICS – a group comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Ethiopia, Iran, Egypt, and the United Arab Emirates …

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: 5 countries officially join Group of Emerging Nations
10 months, 3 weeks ago

BRICS: 5 countries officially join Group of Emerging Nations

Live Mint  

South Africa’s foreign minister said Saudi Arabia and four other countries have accepted the invitation to join the BRICS club of nations that was extended during a summit last year. Minister Naledi Pandor said that Russia, who takes over as chair of the bloc this year from South Africa, has received written interest from 34 countries who want to join. …

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 …

Pakistan Confirms it Has Applied for BRICS Membership
1 year, 1 month ago

Pakistan Confirms it Has Applied for BRICS Membership

News 18  

Pakistan on Thursday confirmed that it has applied for membership in the BRICS grouping. Pakistan’s application to join the the five-nation bloc comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa came as the grouping of emerging economies was set for its biggest expansion with six new members under Moscow’s rotating Presidency in 2024. This year’s BRICS summit held in South …

Islamabad applies to join BRICS in 2024, says Pakistan's envoy to Russia
1 year, 1 month ago

Islamabad applies to join BRICS in 2024, says Pakistan's envoy to Russia

Firstpost  

The league of developed and developing nations originally consisted of Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa and was formed in 2010. At its last summit in South Africa in October the BRICS group decided to invite six more countries to join their alliance. Pakistan has applied to join the BRICS group of nations in 2024, with the expectation of …

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